GIS Installation Service Manager

HICO America; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HICO America, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks a GIS Installation Service Manager to lead field installation and commissioning of GIS projects across North America. The role requires coordinating with engineering, project management, and service teams to ensure safe, on-time project execution.

Ideal candidates will have experience with high-voltage equipment, ability to read schematics, and substantial travel to customer sites, including air travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret AC/DC schematic drawings.
• Experience in wiring, plumbing, electrical and mechanical.
• Experience using cranes and forklifts.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to use common hand tools.
• Basic computer skills, Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary onsite technical representative for Product-Only GIS projects.
• Monitor installation progress and ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and installation procedures.
• Identify and resolve technical, logistical, and installation-related issues that may impact project schedules or performance.
• Conduct site inspections and provide detailed progress reports to internal project teams and management.
• Support commissioning activities and collaborate with engineering, project management, and service teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

Skills

Schematic reading (AC/DC)

Electrical wiring

Mechanical experience

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Hand tools usage

MS Office

HVAC knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Electronics/Electrical or Electrical/Mechanical Technology

3 years related substations or switchgear experience

Tools

None

Job description

HICO America, headquartered in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania with facilities in Los Angeles, Greensburg, PA, and Memphis TN, is part of the Power Systems business unit, in the Industrial Performance Group of the Hyosung Corporation, a large publicly traded corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. HICO is an ISO 9001 and 14001 certified company, with primary business in power system products.

The GIS Installation Service Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the installation, commissioning support, and successful execution of Product-Only Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) projects at customer sites throughout North America and potentially internationally. This highly travel-intensive position serves as the primary field representative for GIS installation activities, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards, customer requirements, and project schedules.

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Act as the primary onsite technical representative for Product-Only GIS projects.
• Monitor installation progress and ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and installation procedures.
• Identify and resolve technical, logistical, and installation-related issues that may impact project schedules or performance.
• Conduct site inspections and provide detailed progress reports to internal project teams and management.
• Support commissioning activities and collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and service teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Experience with high-voltage electrical equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, or project execution preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical substation equipment and construction practices.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate field activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and installation documentation.
• Ability to self-control under pressure and fast-paced work-environment
• Ability to travel via airplane as well as drive an automobile across the United States
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance
• Ability to meet required deadline
• Ability to build trusty and co-operative relationships with suppliers, customers, co-workers, and management team

THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE REPRESENTS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED.

EDUCATION/SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Ability to read and interpret AC and DC schematic drawings
• Experience in wiring, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical
• Experience using cranes and forklifts
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to use common hand tools
• Basic computer skills, Microsoft office products
• HVAC working knowledge would be beneficial
• 2-year associate or a specialized degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Electrical/Mechanical Technology or 3 years related experience working in substations or a switchgear manufacturing facility.
• Ability to self-control under pressure and fast-paced work-environment
• Ability to travel via airplane as well as drive an automobile across the United States
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance
• Ability to meet required deadline
• Ability to build trusty and co-operative relationships with suppliers, customers, co-workers, and management team

THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE REPRESENTS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED.

HICO America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.