Substation Foreman Per Diem

Substation Technician

We are seeking an experienced Substation Technician with hands-on experience in bus systems, high-voltage equipment ranging from 12kV to 500kV+, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical substations and switchyards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background working on (T&D) systems, including rigid bus, tubular bus, strain bus, transformers, breakers, relays, and associated substation equipment.

Travel & Compensation

• $53/hour
• $945 Weekly Per Diem
• 100% Travel Required within Texas
• Company Vehicle & Gas Card Provided
• Significant Overtime Available
• Full health benefits + 401k match

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical substation equipment.
• Perform installation and maintenance of:
• Rigid Bus Systems
• Tubular Bus
• Strain Bus
• Bus Bar Assemblies
• Bus Supports and Insulators
• Troubleshoot and repair:
• Power Transformers
• Circuit Breakers
• Disconnect Switches
• Capacitor Banks
• Protective Relays
• Control Systems
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on high-voltage equipment.
• Perform electrical testing including:
• Insulation Resistance Testing (Megger)
• Contact Resistance Testing
• Relay Testing
• CT/PT Testing
• Circuit Breaker Testing
• Transformer Testing
• Assist with commissioning and startup activities for new substations and switchyard expansions.
• Read and interpret:
• One-Line Diagrams
• Electrical Schematics
• Wiring Diagrams
• Protection and Control Drawings
• Construction Drawings
• Inspect bus systems for alignment, torque specifications, corrosion, hot spots, and equipment integrity.
• Support grounding system installation, testing, and maintenance.
• Complete detailed testing reports, maintenance records, and commissioning documentation.
• Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, utility, and company safety procedures.
• Participate in outage planning, switching activities, and emergency response efforts.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 10+ years of substation, switchyard, utility, or power systems experience.
• Experience working with high-voltage electrical systems.
• Must meet company vehicle driving standards per Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
• Must successfully complete company assessment program
• Valid Driver's License required
• Hands-on experience with:
• Rigid Bus
• Tubular Bus
• Bus Bar Installation
• Bus Supports and Insulators
• Grounding Systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience performing electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV)
• Electrical Journeyman License
• Utility, EPC, or Electrical Testing Company experience
• Experience with SEL, ABB, GE, or Siemens protective relays
• Commissioning and startup experience
• Experience working in substations from 69kV through 500kV+