Sr. Substation Wireman

POWERX Edge • Atlanta, GA

8h

About The Position

The Sr. Substation Wireman installs, wires, commissions, troubleshoots, and tests electrical systems and equipment in substations, working with a high degree of independence and technical proficiency. The role serves as a senior technical resource on the crew, guides Substation Wiremen and apprentices, and develops leadership and communication skills for potential advancement into a crew leadership role.

The position includes installing and terminating control, power, and communication cables for substation equipment; supporting commissioning and validation projects; troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems; maintaining project materials, tools, and documentation; and providing work updates. The Senior Wireman coordinates with crew leadership, engineering, testing, and commissioning teams to support substation energization and upgrades, while maintaining compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, codes, and client requirements.

Work combines office and field environments and involves frequent travel to project sites throughout the United States. Assignments may be short notice and as needed, and occasional overtime may be required. Field conditions may include construction sites, operational facilities, energized equipment up to 500kV, and exposure to dirt, heat, fumes, smoke, water, noise, vibration, grease, oil, and dust.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2–4 years of progressive experience in substation construction, wiring, or maintenance.
• Ability to obtain an OSHA 30 certification.
• Strong working knowledge of substation equipment, control systems, and protection schemes.
• Proficiency in conduit bending, cable pulling, crimping, soldering, and cable terminations, including control cable and CT/VT wiring.
• Ability to work from technical documentation, including schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring prints, and electrical/mechanical blueprints.
• Knowledge of the use, limitations, and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
• Understanding of company and client expectations for safety, quality, compliance, and project documentation.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Developing leadership, mentorship, and crew coordination skills, including the ability to guide and support junior team members.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Satisfactory background and motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to pass pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, and/or random drug tests.
• Availability for as-needed work and potential short-notice assignments.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to be insured.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including construction sites, operational facilities, and around energized equipment up to 500kV.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a certified electrical apprenticeship.
• Experience with power utilities.
• Familiarity with SCADA, RTUs, and relay/control panel wiring.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and work independently from electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, single-line diagrams, and wiring prints.
• Manage material inventory, tools, and documentation required for substation wiring projects.
• Install substation wiring and equipment with minimal supervision, assisting the crew leader as needed.
• Participate in commissioning work for dedicated projects with electrical and mechanical crews.
• Install and terminate control, power, and communication cables for transformers, circuit breakers, control panels, relays, and other substation equipment.
• Identify and help resolve issues with electrical and mechanical systems and equipment during commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and test electrical circuits and components to ensure proper operation.
• Prepare daily and weekly notes on work performed and progress and submit them to the crew leader or supervisor.
• Assist with project updates for lead engineers and supervisors as directed.
• Perform work in compliance with applicable safety regulations, including OSHA, and maintain electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and hazard mitigation practices.
• Comply with industry standards, codes, client specifications, customer requirements, internal training, and project documentation expectations.
• Support safe working conditions and the organization's safety culture.
• Mentor and guide junior wiremen and apprentices in skill development and safe work practices.
• Coordinate with crew leaders, engineering, testing, and commissioning teams to support substation energization and upgrades.
• Carry out substation switchyard operations.
• Take on additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational goals and evolving business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Incentives for certifications.
• Referral bonus program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products.
• 401(k) program with a company match.
• Performance program.
• Paid parental leave.
• PTO, including wellness days and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED