Substation JM Electrician

Company Overview

Forbes Bros Group of Companies is a family owned and operated company. With safety at the core, Forbes Bros Timberline Inc. (FB Timberline) has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace.

Position: Substation Electrician

Shift

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Location: North and South Carolina

Travel: frequent travel between project sites is required

FB Timberline is seeking experienced construction Substation Electricians (Full time, Permanent) to support various projects across North and South Carolina. This role involves the installation of substation equipment for utility, industrial, and commercial clients.

The Substation Electrician will work on construction projects, upgrades, and maintenance contracts while ensuring strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Control wiring experience is a requirement, trenching, conduit installation, and LV distribution work.

• Competitive Hourly Wage ($36.00-$42.00/HR)
• Comprehensive health benefits plan
• Enrolment in Pension Program
• Eligibility for Per Diem ($150)
• Paid Vacation Days and Stat Holiday Pay
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Family oriented working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

• Emulate Forbes Bros core value of 'WE WORK SAFE' in all daily tasks
• Install and terminate power and control cabling in substations
• Install, wire transformers, breakers, switch gear, CTs, PTs, and relay panels
• Conduct troubleshooting of substation equipment
• Interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and protection schematics
• Assist with equipment change-outs, retrofits, and expansions
• Perform switching and isolation under supervision (if qualified)
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, inspectors, and client representatives
• Complete job documentation, reports, and as-built drawings
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and company procedures
• Assist with other tasks and functions assigned to this role as required

• Journeyman Electrician / Construction Electrician (jurisdiction dependent)
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in substation or high-voltage electrical work – required
• Familiarity with megger testing and point-to-point testing – required
• Prior experience working for utility projects – an asset
• Prior experience operating equipment – an asset
• Able and willing to provide a valid driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• Ability to read and interpret detailed electrical schematics
• Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of management, employees and clients
• Ability to work independently with little direction and with a sense of ownership and personal commitment to a culture of zero injury/occupational illness
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment leveraging excellence in time management

As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre screening.

Forbes Bros Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practice recruiting and hiring, to promote gender equality and workplace diversity. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who meet the requirements noted and who earn an invitation to interview will be contacted.