Substation Groundman

EC Source•El Paso, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Groundman is an entry-level learning role and the first step toward becoming a Substation Technician. The position focuses on learning safety procedures, preparing materials, stocking and cleaning the trailer, and assisting crew members with daily work at the direction of the Foreman or Superintendent. The role supports construction of new substations and modifications or upgrades to existing substations for electrical utility companies throughout Florida. It is a traveling field position involving work at different job sites across the state. Per diem is provided when applicable.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain a valid State Class C driver’s license.
Be willing to travel around Florida.
Ability to learn to operate construction equipment and use hand tools.
Ability to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform physically active work involving extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and twisting.
Ability to work in inclement weather, including extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
Precise hand-eye coordination.
Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10.

Responsibilities

Work safely while assisting with new and existing construction, including demolition, site preparation, excavating, backfilling, landscaping, trenching, pole setting, cable labeling, and construction cleanup.
Assist with installation of transformers and transformer banks, bus structures, 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.
Learn safety procedures, prepare materials, stock and clean the trailer, and assist other crew members at the direction of the Foreman or Superintendent.