Substation Equipment Operator

Pike • Milton, FL

31d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Equipment Operator is an entry level, non-exempt position focused on the construction, maintenance, and repair of electric substation systems. This role involves working with various construction equipment specific to the trade and requires travel to other states.

Requirements

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to read and understand simple blueprints, maps, and diagrams.
• Able to identify energized high and low voltage lines.
• Basic knowledge in electricity.
• Knowledge of safety hazards inherent in working in close proximity to energized high and low voltage lines and equipment.
• Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Code as it relates to the operation of heavy equipment in the state the job is located.
• Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.
• Must supply own safety toed work boots.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers’ License.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage.
• Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested. Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.
• 90% Travel Required.
• Capable of following Company safety rules and policies.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Emphasis on Safety
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Trust worthy
• Commitment
• Professionalism through unwavering Reliability and Punctuality
• Good appearance and attitudes
• High Productivity work ethics
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Receptive to constructive instruction/coaching

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing construction, maintenance and/or repair work of electric substation systems.
• Assist in the transporting, installation, and/or removal of substation structures, equipment, and hardware, electrical conductors, wire, and cable.
• Operate various types of heavy equipment including bucket, derrick and boom trucks, backhoes, excavators, skid steer loaders, articulating man-lifts, pressure diggers, trenchers, track crawler loader/backhoes, and rough terrain telescopic forklifts.
• Read and interpret profile, blueprints, maps, or other written instructions for completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform all other related work required to complete the job.
• Maintain company vehicles in good working condition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed