Substation Foreman Travel and Per Diem

SST Direct; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card provided

Health benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

SST Direct in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Substation Technician with hands-on experience in bus systems, high-voltage equipment from 12kV to 500kV+, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical substations and switchyards.

The ideal candidate will work on rigid, tubular and strain bus systems, transformers, breakers, relays and associated equipment, reading diagrams and performing insulation resistance, CT/PT, relay, and circuit breaker testing.

Qualifications

• High voltage substation experience required, 12kV to 500kV+.
• Must read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair substation equipment.
• Perform testing: insulation resistance, CT/PT, relay, circuit breaker tests.
• Assist commissioning and startup of substations and switchyards.
• Read One-Line Diagrams and protection drawings to guide work.
• Ensure safety procedures per OSHA/NFPA 70E.

Skills

High voltage

Substation experience

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Test equipment operation

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Megger insulation tester

Power transformer testing tools

Relay testing tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Substation Technician with hands-on experience in bus systems, high-voltage equipment ranging from 12kV to 500kV+, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical substations and switchyards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background working on (T&D) systems, including rigid bus, tubular bus, strain bus, transformers, breakers, relays, and associated substation equipment. Travel & Compensation

• $53/hour
• $945 Weekly Per Diem
• 100% Travel Required within Texas
• Company Vehicle & Gas Card Provided
• Significant Overtime Available
• Full health benefits + 401k match

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical substation equipment.
• Perform installation and maintenance of:
  • Rigid Bus Systems
  • Tubular Bus
  • Strain Bus
  • Bus Bar Assemblies
  • Bus Supports and Insulators
• Troubleshoot and repair:
  • Power Transformers
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Disconnect Switches
  • Capacitor Banks
  • Protective Relays
  • Control Systems
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on high-voltage equipment.
• Perform electrical testing including:
  • Insulation Resistance Testing (Megger)
  • Contact Resistance Testing
  • Relay Testing
  • CT/PT Testing
  • Circuit Breaker Testing
  • Transformer Testing
• Assist with commissioning and startup activities for new substations and switchyard expansions.
• Read and interpret:
  • One-Line Diagrams
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Protection and Control Drawings
  • Construction Drawings
• Inspect bus systems for alignment, torque specifications, corrosion, hot spots, and equipment integrity.
• Support grounding system installation, testing, and maintenance.
• Complete detailed testing reports, maintenance records, and commissioning documentation.
• Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, utility, and company safety procedures.
• Participate in outage planning, switching activities, and emergency response efforts.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 10+ years of substation, switchyard, utility, or power systems experience.
• Experience working with high-voltage electrical systems.
• Must meet company vehicle driving standards per Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
• Must successfully complete company assessment program
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Rigid Bus
  • Tubular Bus
  • Bus Bar Installation
  • Bus Supports and Insulators
  • Grounding Systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience performing electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV)
• Electrical Journeyman License
• Utility, EPC, or Electrical Testing Company experience
• Experience with SEL, ABB, GE, or Siemens protective relays
• Commissioning and startup experience
• Experience working in substations from 69kV through 500kV+