Substation Foreman - Lead Electric Field Crew (HV)

Saber-Power-Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Saber Power Services in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Substation Foreman to supervise field crews in electrical substation construction, maintenance, and upgrades. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-schedule delivery while coordinating with project managers, engineers, and safety personnel.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong knowledge of medium- and high-voltage equipment, the ability to read drawings, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or electrical apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical substation construction, installation, or maintenance.
• Previous experience leading or supervising electrical construction crews preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substation equipment, installation methods, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction specifications.
• Familiarity with grounding systems, control wiring, cable installation, buswork, and substation equipment installation.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, electrical safety practices, and applicable industry standards.
• Experience working around energized electrical facilities and following established clearance and safety procedures.
• Ability to coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and daily work activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete required project documentation and daily reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other construction-related software preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily substation construction activities, including crew assignments, manpower, equipment, materials, and work sequencing.
• Lead and direct electricians, substation technicians, apprentices, and other field personnel to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Oversee the installation of substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, buswork, insulators, instrument transformers, and associated electrical components.
• Coordinate the installation of grounding systems, conduit, cable trays, control wiring, power wiring, and related electrical infrastructure.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and project specifications.
• Ensure field work is performed in accordance with approved drawings, applicable codes, utility standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, and other trades to resolve field issues, constructability concerns, and schedule conflicts.
• Monitor crew productivity, work quality, material usage, equipment needs, and daily progress against project schedules.
• Conduct daily job briefings and tailboard meetings to communicate work plans, hazards, safety requirements, and job assignments.
• Enforce company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and customer-specific safety procedures, particularly around energized facilities.
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment availability, and subcontractor activities to maintain efficient workflow.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and identify deficiencies requiring correction.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, manpower records, production quantities, and other project documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting field installation issues and coordinating corrective actions.
• Support project testing, commissioning, punch-list activities, and final project closeout as required.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members while promoting teamwork, accountability, and safe work practices.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Task prioritization

Attention to detail

Teamwork under safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Saber Power Services in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Substation Foreman to supervise field crews in electrical substation construction, maintenance, and upgrades. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-schedule delivery while coordinating with project managers, engineers, and safety personnel.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong knowledge of medium- and high-voltage equipment, the ability to read drawings, and excellent communication.