

Industry: Construction
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Utility Lines Construction Services

Savvy Admin PROD

**Description**

We are currently seeking an**Apprentice Sub Technician ** to join our team.

Job Type:Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive/Hourly

Benefits:

- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

- Short/Long Term Disability

- Matching 401(k) Plan

- Paid Holidays and Vacation

- FR Clothing Provided

- Employee Payroll Deduction Program

**Essential Functions**

- Assists with installation, operation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical power lines and systems. Such work is generally performed on the ground.

- Assists in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of transmission and substation facilities.

- Assists with service calls concerning power outages and electrical problems.

- Receives training both in book/classroom skills and on the job skills. Must continue to pass ongoing training to proceed to higher skill/job levels.

- Operates motorized equipment, use hand tools, and perform routine maintenance on electrical equipment, machinery, and tools. Performs janitorial duties in shop areas.

- Follows safety guidelines as part of training.

- Stocks and services vehicles to be equipped to respond to emergency situations.

- Responds to calls within twenty (20) minutes.

- Work nights, weekends and holidays for extended periods; may be required to perform duties as part of recovery force during emergencies and disasters.

- Works around hazardous equipment.

- Works with energized parts or equipment.

- Works in all temperatures and will be exposed to nature i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects.

- Works around excessive noise from machines, jackhammers, chain saws and other equipment, with proper hearing protection.

- Works at varying heights above ground, in manholes, and/or in confined spaces with proper Personal Protective Equipment.

**Minimum Requirements**

- Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.

- Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.

- Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.

- Due to the capacity of existing equipment the weight of the employee should not exceed approximately 240 pounds.

- Must have no fear of heights.

- Must be able to lift, move and maneuver heavy weights of up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, but up to 10 lbs weights on a frequent basis.

- Must be able to climb a power pole using climbing hooks and belt. Must be able to drive all vehicles assigned to the line crew, operate digger derrick to set poles, and use jackhammer, etc.

- Must be capable of pulling, pushing, bending, stooping and kneeling on a frequent basis.

- Must have sufficient eye sight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools and assist other line repairers.

- Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight (8) or ten (10) hour day according to the schedule. Must be able to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc. Subject to call out work.

- Must be able to meet and maintain weight restrictions for bucket truck as identified by truck manufacturer.

- Must have transportation to and from the show up location.

- Must have a valid driver's license.

**Physical Requirements:**

**Activity:**

**R**

**O**

**F**

**C**

**Activity:**

**R**

**O**

**F**

**C**

Standing

X

Seeing

X

Walking

X

Reading

X

Sitting

X

Reaching

X

Stooping

X

Range of Motion

X

Kneeling

X

Hearing - Speech Range

X

Squatting

X

Depth Perception

X

Body Twisting

X

Color Vision

X

Crawling

X

Lifting

X

Sense of Touch

X

Carrying

X

Manual Dexterity

X

Pushing

X

Speaking Clearly

X

Pulling

X

Seeing Distant

X

Climbing Ladders

Climbing On/Off Truck

X

Climbing Stairs

Climbing Poles

X

Balancing

X

Gripping

X

Lifting up to 10 lbs

X

Lifting over 10 lbs to 50 lbs

X

Lifting up to 50 lbs

X

**Key:**

Rarely = less than 10%

Occasionally = up to 33%

Frequently = up to 66%

Continuously = 67% to 100%

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling **1-833-222-3066 **. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.

**Benefits**

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

**Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.**

**An Equal Opportunity Employer.**

**Please note:**

- All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.

- Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

**Notice to Agencies: ** We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

SUBSTATION-Apprentice Sub Tech Year 1

**Description**

**Job Type: **Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

**Pay: ** Competitive/Hourly

**Benefits **:

- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

- Short/Long Term Disability

- Matching 401(k) Plan

- Paid Holidays and Vacation

- FR Clothing Provided

- Employee Payroll Deduction Program

**Essential Functions & Responsibilities:**

- Assist with construction, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical substations and switchyards.

- Works in various types of Substations with voltages from 15kV to 500kV.

- Assist with below grade and above grade conduit / raceway installation.

- Assist with below grade and above grade grounding installation.

- Assist with assembly & installation of Steel Structures.

- Assist with installation of aluminum bus and strain bus.

- Assist with installation and maintenance of high voltage circuit breakers, disconnect switches, voltage transformers, potential transformers, capacitor banks.

- Installation of secondary wiring, control enclosure work and relay panel installations.

- Applicants with experience in foundation installation are preferred.

- Receives training both in book/classroom skills and on the job skills. Must continue to pass ongoing training to proceed to higher skill/job levels.

- Follows all safety guidelines as part of training.

- Works around hazardous equipment.

- Works around excessive noise from machines, jackhammers and other equipment, with proper hearing protection.

- Works at varying heights above ground, in manholes, and/or in confined spaces with proper Personal Protective Equipment.

- Performs other duties as required.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

- Must understand basic operations of electrical utility transmission & distribution systems.

- Must demonstrate skills, practical job experience and/or formal training equivalent to the skills and training obtained in 13 - 24 months of the Utility Lines Construction Substation Technician Apprenticeship Program.

- Must understand electrical hazards associated with transmission and distribution voltage substation construction.

- Must understand safe work practices and safe work clearances and have the ability to identify potential hazards for all employees.

- Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work.

- Must be able to lift, move and maneuver heavy weights of up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.

- Must be able to wear PPE as necessary.

- Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks.

- Must be capable of pulling, pushing, bending, stooping and kneeling on a frequent basis.

- Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard ten (10) hour day according to the schedule. Must be able to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc. as necessary.

- All applicants must have a valid driver’s license and those with a CDL will be given preference.

- Must have transportation to and from the show up location.

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

- Must be able to pass a background check and MVR.

**Education & Experience**

- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years work experience in Substation Construction.

**Pre-Screen**

- Upon offer, employees are required to subject and pass both a pre-employment drug screen and background and/or MVR check.

**License & Certifications:**

- CDL Required.

**Travel Requirements:**

- Must be willing to travel and work away from home.

- Willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work.

Individuals with a disability who desire reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling **1-833-222-3066 **. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to E-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.

**Benefits**

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

**Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.**

**An Equal Opportunity Employer.**

**Please note:**

- All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.

- Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

**Notice to Agencies: ** We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

SUBSTATION- Apprentice Sub Tech Year 2

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