Technician, Sr. Substation

Aecon Concessions; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is looking for a Sr. Substation Technician in Irving, TX, responsible for leading field crews and ensuring the successful completion of substation construction projects. Key duties include coordinating daily activities, managing materials, and supporting project leadership to maintain safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of field experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. Join us to play a vital role in delivering high-quality substation work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of substation field experience, including 1+ year in a leadership capacity.
• Strong hands-on experience in substation construction.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily installation activities for assigned crews.
• Plan and organize weekly work fronts to meet project schedule.
• Maintain accurate crew timesheets and production reports.

Skills

Substation field experience

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Cable installation

Safety compliance

Job description

Position Summary

As a Sr. Substation Technician you will play a key role in the successful delivery of substation construction projects by leading field crews, coordinating daily installation activities, and ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project specifications. You will be responsible for planning work fronts, managing materials, interpreting construction drawings, and supporting site leadership in driving productivity, quality, and schedule performance. This role is critical in maintaining strong communication between field teams and project leadership while upholding Aecon’s standards of safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings and provide redlines to the Site Supervisor as required
• Lead and coordinate daily installation activities for assigned crews
• Plan and organize weekly work fronts to meet project schedule requirements
• Manage and track materials, consumables, and tools required for execution
• Support the Site Supervisor in resolving on-site challenges and crew-level issues
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications
• Communicate site progress, constraints, and material needs to site leadership
• Maintain accurate crew timesheets and daily production reports
• Promote and enforce Aecon’s safety culture and compliance with all safety standards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of substation field experience, including at least 1+ year in a Sub‑foreman or leadership capacity, with strong hands‑on experience across substation construction scopes.
• Foundation installation in line with engineered specifications
• Conduit installation and routing within substation environments
• Ground grid installation and grounding systems
• Precast trench installation and site integration
• Cable tray installation for structured cable management
• Structural steel installation and alignment
• Apparatus installation and equipment setting
• Bus work installation with proper clearances and fit‑up
• Low‑voltage cable installation, termination, and wiring
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven construction environment.
• Experience working in brownfield environments, including protection grounding, is an asset, as is exposure to substation energization and commissioning/start‑up activities.
• Collaborative, solutions‑focused team player with a commitment to safety and quality execution.

Location

Irving, TX; Houston, TX; Austin, TX

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Nearest Markets

Major Market: Irving

Secondary Market: Dallas