Substation Field Technician - Construction & Power Systems

Group CBS; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Group CBS in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Construction Services Technician to support the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical substation equipment used in power transmission, distribution, and generation systems.

You will work with experienced technicians to build and maintain critical infrastructure outdoors, using specialized tools and vehicles, with opportunities for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum three years of electrical substation construction experience preferred
• Completion of a Substation or Lineman Apprenticeship Program is a plus
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documents
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment
• Understanding of OSHA, NFPA 70E, and industry safety requirements
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license required
• Willingness to obtain company-sponsored certifications and training including TWIC, OSHA, MSHA, NFPA 70E, and CPR

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical substation equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer specifications
• Install power cables, conduit, grounding systems, cable trays, and control wiring
• Assist with transformer assembly, circuit breaker installation, and protective relay panel installation
• Perform conductor fabrication, grounding, steel erection, and bus installation
• Support transformer oil processing and vacuum filling activities
• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and specialized construction equipment
• Work with bucket trucks, line trucks, digger derricks, excavators, trenchers, cranes, cable pullers, and hydraulic crimpers
• Use testing and diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical and electrical issues
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in clean, organized, and service-ready condition
• Participate in preventative maintenance outages and field service projects
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems at customer facilities
• Support emergency response and on-call activities as needed
• Provide professional service when working with customers, vendors, and team members
• Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, DOT, and company safety standards
• Participate in weekly safety meetings and training programs
• Maintain safe work practices while working around energized electrical equipment
• Complete required documentation, reports, and compliance records accurately and on time

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills (MS Office)

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Substation or Lineman Apprenticeship (plus)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Bucket trucks

Line trucks

Digger derricks

Excavators

Cranes

Cable pullers

Hydraulic crimpers

Job description

Group CBS in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Construction Services Technician to support the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical substation equipment used in power transmission, distribution, and generation systems.

You will work with experienced technicians to build and maintain critical infrastructure outdoors, using specialized tools and vehicles, with opportunities for long-term career growth.