Substation Electrician: Field Technician & Builder

C.W. Wright Construction Company, LLC; Morgantown, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

C. W. Wright Construction Company, LLC is seeking an experienced Substation Wireman Electrician in Morgantown, WV to support construction, maintenance, and repair of utility substations.

The role requires both electrical installation work and hands-on construction labor with a strong safety focus. Responsibilities include installing conduit, bus work, transformers, breakers, and associated equipment, reading electrical drawings, and assisting with testing, startup activities and site cleanup.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Formal education and/or training in electrical theory or electronics.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair electrical transmission and distribution substation systems.
• Install conduit systems, control wiring, grounding systems, and electrical equipment per plans and safety rules.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and construction plans.
• Assist with installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of substation systems and equipment.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment as required.
• Assist with testing, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Perform manual labor including material handling and site cleanup.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and industry standards.

Skills

Electrical testing

Substation experience

Electrical construction

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Electrical theory or electronics training

Job description

C. W. Wright Construction Company, LLC is seeking an experienced Substation Wireman Electrician in Morgantown, WV to support construction, maintenance, and repair of utility substations.

The role requires both electrical installation work and hands-on construction labor with a strong safety focus. Responsibilities include installing conduit, bus work, transformers, breakers, and associated equipment, reading electrical drawings, and assisting with testing, startup activities and site cleanup.