Substation Wireman

Job Description

This role focuses on installing and wiring protection and control systems within electrical substations across Colorado. The Substation Protection & Controls Wireman works on both greenfield and brownfield substations at various stages of energization, performing precise point-to-point control wiring and panel installations. This position offers a clear pathway to more advanced and higher-paying roles such as pre-commissioning agent or commissioning agent for those who demonstrate strong technical skills and reliability.

• Install and wire protection and control systems in substation environments, including both greenfield and brownfield sites.
• Perform point-to-point control wiring on substation equipment, relay panels, and control panels using low-voltage conductors.
• Read, interpret, and independently follow electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to complete installations accurately.
• Execute panel wiring and electrical assembly tasks, ensuring neat, organized, and compliant wiring practices.
• Support protection and controls installation work by assisting with equipment terminations, cable routing, and panel integration.
• Verify wiring connections against schematics and diagrams, identifying and correcting discrepancies or issues as needed.
• Work safely and effectively in energized and non-energized substation environments while following all site safety procedures.
• Remain on-site for extended periods, typically working 10-hour days, and maintain productivity throughout the project duration.
• Adapt to different project stages and site conditions, including new construction (greenfield) and existing facilities (brownfield).
• Collaborate with other technicians and field personnel to ensure timely completion of substation projects across Colorado.

• Approximately 2+ years of hands-on control wiring experience in industrial or commercial environments.
• Proven experience performing control wiring rather than general electrical or residential work.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow electrical schematics and wiring diagrams independently.
• Experience wiring #10 AWG and smaller conductors for control circuits and low-voltage applications.
• Demonstrated skills in control wiring, panel wiring, point-to-point wiring, and electrical assembly.
• Familiarity with protection and controls systems and low-voltage wiring in substation or similar environments.
• Comfort working in substation environments, including both greenfield and brownfield sites.
• Ability to work long on-site shifts (typically 10-hour days), including standing for extended periods and working in awkward positions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and capability to perform physically demanding tasks in field conditions.
• Backgrounds that translate well, such as HVAC controls wiring, panel shop wiring, fire alarm wiring, PLC wiring, or solar and wind controls wiring.
• Residential-only electrical experience is not applicable for this role.

• Previous experience in substation environments or utility-related projects is beneficial.
• Exposure to pre-commissioning or commissioning activities in electrical systems is an advantage.
• Ability to adapt to changing project locations and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality wiring and installation practices.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with field teams and supervisors.
• Motivation to grow into more technical roles such as pre-commissioning agent or commissioning agent.

This position is field-based and involves working in electrical substations throughout Colorado, with most projects located in the Denver…