Substation Technician

MasTec Utility Services•Hobbs, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients. MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work. MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization. Job Summary The Substation Technician maintains and preforms repairs, modifications, replacements and installation of a wide variety of electrical and electronic equipment systems for Energy Erectors (EEI) while adhering to their Safety First Culture. This role supports the construction of new Substations as well as modifications, and upgrades of existing Substations for Electrical Utility Companies. Per diem is provided when applicable.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain a valid State Class C driver’s license.
Must have previous substation experience
Must be willing to travel.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10.
4+ years of substation experince

Responsibilities

Work safely while assisting in new/existing construction and various tasks such as:
Demolition
Site preparation
Excavating
Backfilling
Landscaping
Trenching
Pole setting
Cable labeling
Read and understand system maps to become knowledgeable in general electric distribution system layout, system substation capacities and load areas, substation circuit feeds, and general system sectionalizing.
Assist with installing transformer and transformer banks, bus structures and switchgear, lines (underground/overhead), ground grid, control buildings, and other related substation material tasks.
Able to operate forklifts and maintain a valid forklift certification.
Will work with man baskets, skid steers, shovels, compactors, back hoes and other industry equipment.
Frequently work around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care.
Understands and complies with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Other duties as assigned by Management.