Journeyman Substation Technician

Probst Electric Inc.; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier wages

Comprehensive benefits

Safety culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Probst Electric Inc. is seeking a Journeyman Substation Technician to support new substation construction, modifications, and rebuilds.

You will assist with civil, structural, and electrical installation activities under the foreman, with a focus on safety, quality, and reliability. The ideal candidate has at least two years of substation construction experience, a willingness to learn, and the ability to travel as projects require.

Qualifications

• Two years of substation construction experience.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.
• Willingness to travel and stay out of town as projects require.
• Valid driver's license; Class A CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ground grid, trenching, foundation drilling, and excavation.
• Assist with installing structural steel, insulators, and buswork.
• Support installation of battery banks and substation equipment including breakers and transformers.
• Move and install medium voltage cables; assist with yard preparation and finish work.
• Follow project specs and OSHA requirements while learning from senior crew members.

Skills

Substation construction

Willingness to learn

Safety focus

CDL preferred

Job description

About Us

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

About Us

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada. Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables. Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

About This Role

Journeyman Substation Technician | Probst Electric

Position Overview

Probst Electric is seeking a Journeyman Substation Technician to support new substation construction, modifications, and rebuilds. This position assists with civil, structural, and electrical installation activities under the direction of the foreman. The ideal candidate has at least two years of substation construction experience, takes pride in quality work, and is motivated to develop additional skills and grow within the company.

What You'll Do

• Assist with ground grid and conduit trenching, backfilling, compaction, and foundation drilling, excavation, and installation.
• Assist with lifting, positioning, and installing structural steel, insulators, and buswork.
• Support the installation of battery banks and substation equipment, including breakers, metering equipment, transformers, and surge arresters.
• Move, pull, and install control and medium voltage cables.
• Place and grade finish stone and assist with final yard preparation.
• Complete assigned daily tasks according to project specifications, company safety policies, and applicable OSHA requirements while learning construction techniques from experienced crew members.
• Participate in required training and, when assigned, support storm restoration activities to rebuild or repair damaged power systems.

What You'll Bring

• Substation construction experience.
• A willingness to learn, take direction, support the crew, and develop the skills needed to perform complete substation installations.
• A commitment to safe work practices, quality workmanship, and continued professional growth.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Class A CDL is preferred but not required.
• Availability to travel and stay out of town as projects require. Typical schedules include long working hours.
• Willingness to work overtime and extended hours as needed.
• Commercial or industrial construction experience, vocational training, and knowledge of electrical work, below grade construction, or concrete foundations are a plus.

What You'll Get

At Probst Electric Inc., a proud subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), you'll join a team that takes pride in delivering high-voltage transmission construction, design-build solutions, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. With offices across Utah and Idaho and projects spanning the nation, we bring expertise in transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewable energy-along with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in everything we do.

We Offer

• Earn top-tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
• Enjoy exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
• Be part of an industry-leading safety culture, strengthened by Quanta Services' unwavering commitment to safety and its world-class national training network.
• Access unlimited career growth opportunities and advance your future within the expansive Quanta family of companies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.