SUB Groundman

MasTec Utility Services•Richmond, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Equipment Operator supports construction of new substations and modifications and upgrades to existing substations. The role involves working on projects related to high-voltage power lines and substations at different job sites throughout New Mexico. It is a traveling position; per diem is provided when applicable. The work is performed in a field environment, both indoors and outdoors, and may involve energized high-voltage systems and all or extreme weather conditions. The position is physically demanding and includes regular lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds, along with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and twisting. Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain a valid State Class C driver’s license.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts.
Ability to learn to operate construction equipment and use hand tools.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
Ability to perform physical activities including extended standing and walking, and frequent sitting, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stopping, and climbing.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all or extreme weather conditions.
OSHA 10.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting—including in awkward positions—standing, and twisting.
Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, ability to judge distance and spatial relationships, precise hand-eye coordination, and ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Responsibilities

Work safely while assisting with new and existing construction, including demolition, site preparation, excavating, backfilling, landscaping, trenching, pole setting, cable labeling, construction cleanup, and other substation-related tasks.
Assist with installing transformers and transformer banks, bus structures and switchgear, underground and overhead lines, ground grids, control buildings, and other substation materials.
Work with man baskets, skid steers, shovels, compactors, backhoes, and other industry equipment.
Work carefully around energized high-voltage systems.
Maintain company tools in good working order.
Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Perform other duties as assigned by Management.