HV Substation Technician — Field Electrician (Travel 90%)

Pike Corporation; Creedmoor (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Corporation is seeking a Substation Technician C to support the construction, maintenance and repair of substation equipment across multiple sites. The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, working in confined spaces and at heights, and handling energized systems at 525 kV and below.

The position involves traveling to various locations, sometimes across state lines, with overtime during emergencies or peak demand.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Capable of climbing and working up to 125 feet.
• Capable of operating various heavy equipment (bucket, derrick, boom trucks, backhoes, excavators, skid steer, etc).
• Willing to travel 90% and work overtime as needed.
• Follow company safety rules and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance or repair of substation equipment/systems.
• Handle high/low voltage terminations and buswork.
• Maintain company vehicles and test equipment in good condition.
• Work in confined spaces and at heights, often around energized equipment.

Skills

Rigorous physical labor

Height work

Operate heavy equipment

Travel 90%

Safety compliance

Job description

Pike Corporation is seeking a Substation Technician C to support the construction, maintenance and repair of substation equipment across multiple sites. The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, working in confined spaces and at heights, and handling energized systems at 525 kV and below.

The position involves traveling to various locations, sometimes across state lines, with overtime during emergencies or peak demand.