Substation Operator
Listed on 2026-03-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
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Energy/Power Generation
Overview
Energy Erectors, Inc. (EEI) tackles terrain, technology, and timelines to construct transmission line projects up to 500 kV and has over 30 years of experience building substations and switchyards. With integrated in-house construction, engineering, procurement, and commissioning capabilities, Energy Erectors has the experience and resources to deliver world‑class solutions to complex power transmission and distribution projects. Areas of expertise include GIS and VAR compensators.
EEI's mission is to safely deliver the highest quality work, exceed client expectations, and relentlessly maintain a reputation for integrity. Energy Erectors is a purpose‑driven company that values inclusive culture, training, and opportunities for growth. EEI is a proud subsidiary of Mas Tec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company and a certified minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC).
The Substation Equipment Operator supports construction of new substations and modifications or upgrades of existing substations on high‑voltage power line projects. The role performs a wide range of tasks such as demolition, site preparation, excavating, back filling, landscaping, trenching, pole setting, cable labeling, and construction clean‑up. The operator assists with installation of transformers, transformer banks, bus structures and switch gear, lines (under‑ground/overhead), ground grids, control buildings, and other related substation materials.
Responsibilities- Work safely while assisting in new/existing construction and various tasks such as demolition, site preparation, excavating, back filling and landscaping, trenching, pole setting, cable labeling, and other substation related tasks such as construction clean‑up.
- Assist with installing transformer and transformer banks, bus structures and switch gear, lines (underground/overhead), ground grid, control buildings, and other related substation material tasks.
- Will work with man baskets, skid steers, shovels, compactors, back hoes and other industry equipment.
- Frequently work around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care.
- Maintain company tools in good working order.
- Understands and complies with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
- Other duties as assigned by Management.
- Obtain and maintain a valid State Class C driver's license.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts.
- Ability to learn how to operate construction equipment and use hand tools.
- Ability to work within a physically demanding work environment.
- Physical activity including extended periods of standing and walking, frequent sitting, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stopping and climbing.
- Work is primarily performed both indoor and outdoor environments in all/extreme weather conditions.
- OSHA 10.
This job operates in a field environment. It routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Working in inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind is common. The position is physically active with lifting required; the candidate must be able to bend, lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
The applicant must have clear vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less and possess precise hand‑eye coordination with the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. Mas Tec is a publicly traded company (NYSE: MTZ).
Equal Employment Opportunity The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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