Sub Tech

Paradigm Enterprises Inc; North Dakota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

A leading utility construction company is seeking a Substation Construction Worker to assist in building and maintaining electrical substations. Responsibilities include working outdoors in various weather conditions, installing high-voltage equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to lift heavy loads. This position offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in electrical or substation construction.
• Valid driver's license; CDL may be required.
• Understanding of lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Understanding of electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction of substations and upgrades.
• Install and assemble substation components.
• Perform excavation and concrete formwork.
• Lay out, install, and connect grounding and bonding systems.
• Pull, terminate, and test control and power cables.
• Operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks, cranes, and forklifts, if certified.
• Ensure work complies with engineering drawings, schematics, and safety regulations.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe and working order.
• Follow OSHA, NESC, and company safety standards at all times.
• Support commissioning and testing efforts as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or project manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to read blueprints

Electrical safety practices

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or apprenticeship

Job description

Position Summary

The Substation Construction Worker is responsible for assisting in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical substations. This includes working with high‑voltage equipment, structural steel, concrete foundations, grounding systems, and control wiring. The role demands strict adherence to safety protocols, the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, and strong teamwork skills.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the construction of new substations and expansion or upgrade of existing ones.
• Install and assemble substation components including transformers, circuit breakers, bus work, disconnect switches, and control panels.
• Perform excavation, conduit installation, and concrete formwork for equipment foundations.
• Lay out, install, and connect grounding and bonding systems.
• Pull, terminate, and test control and power cables.
• Operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks, cranes, and forklifts, if certified.
• Ensure work complies with engineering drawings, schematics, and safety regulations.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe and working order.
• Follow OSHA, NESC, and company safety standards at all times.
• Support commissioning and testing efforts as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or project manager.

Position Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or apprenticeship in electrical or utility construction preferred.
• 1 – 3 years of experience in electrical or substation construction.
• Valid driver's license; CDL may be required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Understanding of electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime or weekends as needed.

Preferred

• Familiarity with high‑voltage electrical systems.
• Experience working with utility companies or electrical contractors.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Certifications in OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, or electrical safety are a plus.

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k