Substation Tech A

5 Star Electric, LLC•Clay, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Tech – A Class installs, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring, substation equipment, structures, and fixtures in accordance with applicable codes. The role may include installing or servicing steel or wood structures, concrete, and electrical control systems. The employee may lead and train crew members and is expected to perform work safely and productively in line with company and customer standards. The position involves reading technical diagrams, installing electrical and control components, identifying and repairing electrical problems, and working with substation structures and equipment. It also requires outdoor work across diverse terrain and weather conditions, frequent travel for training as needed, and potential overtime, including storm work. Employees must meet the physical demands of construction and electrical line work, including standing for extended periods, regular walking, and lifting up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and/or apprenticeship preferred but not required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver license from the employee’s state of residence.
Valid Class A CDL and current medical examiner card.
Pass criminal and motor vehicle record background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
Successfully complete appropriate knowledge and skills examinations.
Comply with Safety Performance Standards.
Be able to stand for long periods, walk regularly, and lift up to 100 pounds.
Have manual dexterity consistent with general construction and electrical line work.
Have the physical capabilities, sight, strength, and coordination to safely operate a motor vehicle and equipment in all driving conditions.
Have good mechanical and electrical aptitude and communication skills.
Be able to work outdoors in diverse terrain and all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Apprenticeship.
Electricity training.
Verifiable three to four years of experience; the posting states employees may be performance-tested to a higher level with testing and verifiable experience.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints or technical diagrams.
Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems.
Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using measuring instruments and hand tools.
Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
Cut metal components for installation.
Install substation structure components such as switches, PTs, and CTs.
Inspect electrical components, including transformers and circuit breakers.
Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing devices.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
Follow state and local building regulations based on the National Electric Code.
Identify, test, and apply grounds to circuits.
Obtain a Certified Crane Operators card and A-CDL.
Install and adjust GOAB, MOAB, and hook switches.
Lay out, form, and pour concrete piers and pads.
Lay out and install substation ground grids.
Install high-voltage terminations correctly.
Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair substation structures and equipment.
Install and bend rigid conduit.
Lead the crew safely and productively in accordance with company and customer standards.
Perform other assigned duties, including safely operating equipment such as skid steers, forklifts, and mini-excavators.
Work outdoors in diverse terrain and all weather conditions.
Travel as needed for training and potentially work overtime, including storm work.