Substation Technician

Gfoat; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Garland, Texas is seeking a technician responsible for maintaining and retrofitting electric substation equipment such as circuit breakers and transformers. The role involves installation work and conducting repairs in energized environments.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and up to two years of relevant experience. This position operates outdoors and requires a valid Texas driver’s license and other certifications.

Qualifications

• Up to Two years of relevant experience.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Certified Crane Operator or the ability to obtain within 2 years of hire.
• Ability to complete the Garland Power & Light Apprentice Substation Technician Program.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair breakers and transformers.
• Conduct general substation maintenance and repairs.
• Support 24-hour operations by assisting with standby and callout duties.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

High voltage safety procedures

Infrared testing

Control wiring

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Summary

Responsible for maintaining, constructing, and retrofitting electric substation equipment, including circuit breakers, transformers, switches, battery systems, tap changers, cooling systems, lighting arresters, and other equipment. Duties also include installation of concrete foundations, support steel structures, station insulators, ground grids, and bus.

Pay Range: (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• May work around energized high voltage substation and transmission equipment up to and including 345KV.
• Install, maintain, and repair breakers and transformers.
• Perform switch and clearance orders as instructed by dispatch.
• Conduct general substation maintenance and repairs.
• Perform infrared testing and interpret equipment readings.
• Monthly inspections on transformers, breakers, relays, batteries, generators and other equipment
• Construct new substations and modify existing ones as needed.
• Pull and terminate control wiring in control houses and substation equipment.
• Support 24-hour operations by assisting with standby and callout duties outside of regular work hours.
• Some travel to remote system facilities with overnight stays.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Up to Two years of relevant experience.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Certified Crane Operator or the ability to obtain within 2 years of hire.
• Ability to complete the Garland Power & Light Apprentice Substation Technician Program.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Work is conducted in energized substations, switch yards, and generating plants. Majority of work is performed outdoors with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.