Substation Electrician

Allteck; United States; Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 116.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Allteck is seeking a Substation Electrician for travel across the United States, performing construction, maintenance, and repair of high- and medium-voltage substation equipment within the Stations and Data Centers group.

The role requires completion of an Electrician apprenticeship with a journeyperson certificate, strong knowledge of HV/MV equipment, and willingness to travel and stay at sites for extended rotations. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of an Electrician apprenticeship with a journeyperson certificate (Construction or Industrial).
• Substation construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract.

Aufgaben

• Install, assemble, and commission substation equipment including transformers, breakers, switchgear, disconnects, batteries, and protection and control systems.
• Construct and upgrade high- and medium-voltage substation facilities, including foundations-to-energization installation of new and replacement equipment.
• Terminate, connect, and test control wiring, instrument transformers, relays, and metering as directed.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and manufacturer specifications.
• Complete construction records, commissioning reports, and job documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow all applicable safety codes, utility standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and site-specific work rules.
• Travel to and work at substation and data centre sites throughout the United States for extended rotations as assigned.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and company vehicles in safe working order.

Jobbeschreibung

At Allteck, our values aren’t just words on a wall – they shape how we work every day. Safety comes first, always; we believe good safety is good business, and our mission is to make sure everyone goes home. We genuinely care about our people and the communities where we live and work, because we know
that great work is built on looking out for one another. And when we make a commitment, we keep it – we take ownership, follow through, and earn trust through consistent actions. If that sounds like the kind of team you want to be part of, we’d like to hear from you.

The Substation Electrician is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical substation equipment and associated systems. Working as part of Allteck’s Stations and Data Centers group, this role builds and upgrades high- and medium-voltage substation assets, and keeps them operating safely and reliably through installation, assembly, and corrective work.

This is a travelling, road-based position. The successful candidate will be deployed to project and maintenance sites in the United States for extended periods and must hold a valid passport and be able to obtain travel visa (provided and completed by Allteck.) Comfort with living away from home, working rotating schedules, and adapting to varied site conditions is essential.

Pay rate: $59.90 USD per hour

Location: USA

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and commission substation equipment including transformers, breakers, switchgear, disconnects, batteries, and protection and control systems.
• Construct and upgrade high- and medium-voltage substation facilities, including foundations-to-energization installation of new and replacement equipment.
• Terminate, connect, and test control wiring, instrument transformers, relays, and metering as directed.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and manufacturer specifications.
• Complete construction records, commissioning reports, and job documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow all applicable safety codes, utility standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and site-specific work rules.
• Participate in job planning, tailboard/safety meetings, and hazard assessments prior to and during work activities.
• Travel to and work at substation and data centre sites throughout the United States for extended rotations as assigned.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and company vehicles in safe working order.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of high- and medium-voltage substation equipment and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and single-line diagrams.
• Solid troubleshooting and diagnostic skills on complex electrical systems.
• Committed to safe work practices and able to enforce a strong safety culture on site.
• Willing to travel and work away from home on extended rotations in the United States.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a crew.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for documentation and coordination with site teams.

Education, Training & Experience

• Completion of a recognized Electrician apprenticeship with a valid journeyperson Electrician certificate (Construction or Industrial), or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in substation construction is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Current safety tickets relevant to substation work (e.g., First Aid, Fall Protection,Lockout/Tagout) considered an asset.