Substation Technician - KPDPJ

Kiewit•Santa Teresa, NM

24d

About The Position

Plan, lay out, install, test, and complete process requirements for instrumentation installation in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Fabricate and install conduit, tubing, and piping, including instruments and supports. The role also involves installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical systems and related substation equipment, constructing and repairing structures, and performing site and material-handling work.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Possess knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
Use hand tools, power tools, and layout tools safely and efficiently.
Have all required tools.
Understand electrical hazards associated with transmission and distribution voltage substation construction.
Be able to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, which may exceed 200 feet.
Be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Be able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.

Responsibilities

Move materials and equipment to work locations and set up work sites.
Replace or repair defective parts using hand tools.
Install associated support structures, components, and tubing.
Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and frameworks using hand and power tools.
Pour concrete into finished forms, finish concrete surfaces to specifications, and install items in accordance with applicable plans and specifications.
Install, maintain, test, and repair electrical systems, including conduits, cables, wires, and related equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switches.
Assist with opening switches or attaching grounding devices to remove electrical hazards.
Identify defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays, or wiring using wiring diagrams and electrical-testing instruments.
Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment.
Load gravel, dirt, and sand; smooth and grade roads; and spread rock and gravel.
Assist workers in unloading, positioning, and installing columns and beams according to plans or supervisors' instructions.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.