3614 - Substation Journeyman

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Duncan, OK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Journeyman plans, lays out, installs, tests, repairs, and maintains high-voltage substation wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts, equipment, and control systems at generating stations, substations, and in-service relays. Work must comply with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The role involves hands-on electrical and civil construction work, including installing conduit, cable, duct banks, control and distribution apparatus, grounding leads, and wire; testing circuit continuity; rigging and setting high-voltage equipment; and working with high- and low-voltage systems. Depending on project needs, the journeyman may operate construction machinery and cranes around energized substation equipment. The position also requires active participation in safety programs, coordination with other crafts, communication, quality work, and providing on-the-job training or mentoring to helpers and laborers. Work takes place at a typical construction site and may involve cramped spaces, awkward positions, hazardous equipment, temperature extremes, inclement weather, variable lighting, and distracting or uncomfortable noise. The role requires hard physical labor, including work shifts of up to 12 hours, and is designated safety-sensitive. The position is full-time; relocation is not offered.

Requirements

At least 4 years of work experience as a Substation Helper or an equivalent combination of education and experience in an industrial construction setting.
Strong working knowledge of high-voltage electrical and civil industry standards, electrical substation components, and substation construction, testing, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of using an auto-level and transit for accurate layout and verification of finished grades.
Knowledge of fabricating and erecting forms, including steel-framed forms such as Symons.
Knowledge of rebar fabrication and placement, including proper tying techniques.
Knowledge of placing, finishing, and sealing concrete.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Must have all necessary tools listed on the Substation Journeyman Tool List.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to complete applicable pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle records searches.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move in confined, cluttered, or uneven areas; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; perform repetitive movements; and climb and balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours performing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and outdoor conditions.

Nice To Haves

For crane operations, an OSHA-approved certification such as NCCCO or CIC certification is required.
NCCER Electrician certification.
NCCER Carpenter certification.
NCCER Concrete Finisher certification.
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations certification.
NCCER Rigging certification.

Responsibilities

Measure, cut, assemble, and install electrical conduits, cable, and duct banks using appropriate hand and power tools.
Hand dig ditches and holes.
Install control and distribution apparatus, including switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels; install grounding leads and pull wire through conduit.
Work with high- and low-voltage systems.
Test circuit continuity and component safety using instruments such as an ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope.
Rig and set large high-voltage equipment, hang protective grounds, and lay out, make up, and install wire jumpers.
As needed, use equipment to excavate foundations, lay out and install ground grids, spread rock, and operate a man lift in tight areas in energized substations.
Install other related items in accordance with applicable plans and specifications.
As needed, operate a truck crane of up to 30 tons in a live substation up to 500,000 volts.
As needed, operate a mini excavator, skid steer, aerial man lift, forklift, and trencher around live substation equipment up to 500,000 volts.
Participate in safety processes, programs, pre-job planning, and safety discussions; identify, report, and help mitigate hazards; use stop-work authority when needed; and report accidents and near misses.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures, site-specific training, established safety rules, and safe and clean work practices.
Communicate effectively, listen and respond to coworkers’ safety concerns and recommendations, and coordinate work with other crafts and coworkers.
Provide on-the-job training and/or mentoring to helpers and laborers.
Produce quality work that meets plans, specifications, and industry standards.
Read and understand contract plans and specifications, including one-line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, ladder diagrams, P&IDs, and loop diagrams; visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
Ensure the crew plans, lays out, diagrams, installs, and/or repairs substation wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment in accordance with plans and specifications.