Substation Foreman: Lead Field Crews (PTO & 401K)

Strata Clean Energy; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

PTO

401K with company matching

Job summary

Strata Clean Energy seeks a Substation Construction Foreman to lead daily on-site activities and drive safe, efficient construction aligned with project specs and company standards. This role actively participates in construction tasks and mentors technicians and apprentices.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in substation construction, can read drawings and electrical schematics, and holds or aims for CDL hazmat and OSHA 30 credentials. Occasional after-hours calls may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of substation construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and electrical schematics.
• Electrical theory education and/or related experience required.
• Willingness to respond to occasional calls outside regular hours.
• CDL Class A with hazmat preferred.
• OSHA 30 construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct daily activities of substation construction crews.
• Conduct daily job briefings and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Assign work activities and monitor crew productivity and workmanship.
• Mentor and develop technicians and apprentices.
• Participate in all phases of substation construction as a working foreman.
• Install and oversee conduit systems, grounding systems, structures, bus work, cable tray, and electrical equipment.
• Lead setting and assembly of breakers, switches, and associated equipment.
• Perform conduit installation, cable pulling, terminations, and control wiring.
• Read and interpret drawings, wiring diagrams, and specs.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and quality inspections.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4+ years substation construction experience

Leadership of field crews

Read electrical drawings & schematics

Electrical theory education/experience

CDL with hazmat preferred

OSHA 30 construction preferred

Job description

Strata Clean Energy seeks a Substation Construction Foreman to lead daily on-site activities and drive safe, efficient construction aligned with project specs and company standards. This role actively participates in construction tasks and mentors technicians and apprentices.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in substation construction, can read drawings and electrical schematics, and holds or aims for CDL hazmat and OSHA 30 credentials. Occasional after-hours calls may be required.