Control Electrician B - Substation (Duke)

Pike Electric, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Control Electrician B to install and service substation equipment, including AC/DC circuits, transformers, breakers, and PLC logic. The role demands 4–6 years of substation experience, climbing up to 60 feet, and willingness to travel up to 90%.

This position emphasizes safety, reliability, and team leadership. You will lead field work, mentor crew members, and collaborate with customers to interpret drawings and deliver robust electrical solutions in demanding

Qualifications

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Capable of climbing and working at heights up to 60 feet.
• Capable of interpreting substation electrical drawings and communicating with customers.
• Willing to work overtime and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Install over current / recloser schemes and configure PLC logic.
• Maintain company vehicles, test equipment and tools in good condition.
• Work near energized components and protect clients from outages.
• Coach subordinates on the crew and interpret drawings.

Skills

Climbing and working at heights

Confined spaces

PLC logic understanding

EO safety mindset

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Position Summary:

Control Electrician B is a non-exempt position in the construction, maintenance and repair of substation electrical equipment / systems. Control Electrician B has a 4-6 year working knowledge of 525 kv and below substation electrical equipment, apparatus, and wiring. This position requires work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas, and works with various pieces of construction equipment specific to the trade. Control Electrician B requires an understanding of Electrical Theory with an emphasis on AC, DC circuits, transformers, breakers, etc. The job will require the electrician to install over current / recloser schemes and have a complete understanding of PLC logic. May work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions. This position should be able to coach subordinates on the crew.

Essential Functions:

• Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair, testing, adjusting and troubleshooting work of substation electrical equipment/systems which includes, but is not limited to, work involving the following:
• Responsible for maintaining Company vehicles, test equipment and tools in good working conditions
• Frequently works in close proximity of energized components with control systems requiring skill and care to protect the client from outages and the lives of themselves and others.

Minimum Requirements:

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Must be capable of climbing and working at heights up to 60 feet above ground.
• Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers’ License.
• Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.
• Must supply own safety toed work boots.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of working in confined spaces/areas.
• Must be able to work independently or with others.
• Operational experience of various types of heavy equipment :
  • Backhoes, excavators and skid steer loaders
  • Articulating Man-lifts
  • Trenchers
  • Rough Terrain Telescopic Forklifts
• Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested. Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.
• 90% travel required
• Capable of following Company safety rules and policies.
• Must have knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Must be capable of working in close proximity of energized substation equipment.
• Must be capable of interpreting substation electrical drawings (i.e. conduit details, conduit plans, cable schedules, cable termination prints, schematics) and communicate with customers and subordinates.
• Capable of accurately appraising technical situations.
• Must be able to coach subordinates on the crew.
• Must be able to develop and interpret a material list.
• Must be able to trace out phasing in a substation and verify to the three line diagrams.
• Retained knowledge in all aspects of substation electrical systems.
• Capable of leading the job for brief durations
• Knowledge in the use of voltmeters, meggers, amp meters, and rotation meters
• Neatly terminate, connect and bundle control wiring
• Proper use of basic rigging (slings and clevis) and proper hand signals
• Properly terminate and ground control cables in control panels and equipment.
• Basic operational knowledge of substation equipment (i.e. Transformers, breakers, capacitors)
• Basic knowledge of IEEE device numbering standards
• Able to recognize, correct and document errors/changes in engineering drawings.
• Basic computer skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Emphasis on Safety
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Trust worthy
• Commitment
• Professionalism demonstrated through unwavering reliability and punctuality
• Professional appearance and attitudes
• High productivity work ethics
• Well developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Receptive to constructive instruction/coaching

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike is a Non-union Company

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.