Substation Ground Technician

Position Summary : Substation Ground Technician is an entry level, non-exempt position in the construction, maintenance and repair of substation equipment / systems. This position requires work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas and works with various pieces of construction equipment specific to the trade. A Substation Ground Technician may work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.Essential Functions:Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair, testing, adjusting and troubleshooting of substation equipment/systems. This work includes, but is not limited to, work involving the following:Concrete Foundations, ground grids, and steel erectionBuswork (High and Low Voltage)Airbreak / Hookstick SwitchesControl CableTerminations (High / Low Voltage)Control BuildingsConduit and duck banksCapacitor bank installations 23kv- 230 kvTransformers, regulators and circuit breakersCircuit Switchers, motor-operated and manual switchesResponsible for maintaining Company vehicles, test equipment and tools in good working conditions.Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.Minimum Requirements:Able to perform rigorous physical labor.Capable of climbing and working at heights up to 125 feet above ground.Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers' License within 6 months.Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.Must supply own safety toed work boots.Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.Capable of working in confined spaces/areas.Able to work independently or with others.Capable of or learning to operate various types of heavy equipment:Bucket, derrick and boom trucksBackhoes, excavators and skid steer loadersArticulating Man-liftsPressure DiggersTrenchersTrack Crawler Loader/BackhoeRough Terrain Telescopic ForkliftsWilling to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested. Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.90% Travel RequiredCapable of following Company safety rules and policies.Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when requested.Willing to work over-time when requested.Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle to feel; and reach with hands and arms.Work Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction jobsites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.Competencies:Emphasis on SafetySelf-MotivatedTeam-OrientedCustomer OrientedTrust worthyCommitmentProfessionalism through unwavering Reliability and PunctualityGood appearance and attitudesHigh Productivity work ethicsInterpersonal and communication skillsReceptive to constructive instruction/coachingCareer Management Group is a boutique staffing partner focused on meaningful placements across healthcare, life sciences, technology, professional services, and more. Every role we represent is carefully vetted and client-approved — our goal is to match you with an opportunity where you can truly thrive.