Substation Electrician III

Description

Title:

Substation Electrician III

Department: T&D/C

Location:

Field-Based

Supervisor:
Substation Foreman

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Position Status:
Full-Time

Work Status:
Field-based, Travel Required

SUBSTATION ELECTRICIAN III

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Development, Module, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

The Substation Electrician III is responsible for assisting in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical substation systems and equipment. This position includes operating a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, excavators, skid steers, bulldozers, and other equipment while adhering to safety standards. The Electrician III will also handle and install products in ditches, including direct bury wire, steel pipes, and other materials in locations where equipment cannot access.

The role is designated as safety-sensitive, requiring a high degree of focus and safety compliance when working with energized systems and hazardous equipment. You will work closely with the Substation Foreman and assist with several key tasks on-site while maintaining safety standards and effective communication within the team.

This position involves frequent physical activity and requires full-time on-site presence and 100% travel. Any remote work arrangements must receive prior approval from your direct supervisor or company leadership. Working hours shall be determined based on project requirements and business needs, in consultation with the employee's supervisor.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

• Safety Compliance and Program Participation:
  • Observe, comply with, and promote the company’s safety program, rules, requirements, and corporate safety goals.
  • Participate in safety-related processes, programs, and training.
  • Engage with the work team to ensure zero injuries and report all safety hazards, accidents, or near misses.
• Installation and Maintenance:
  • Assist with the installation and maintenance of HV and LV equipment within substations. Examples:
    • Breakers
    • Switches
    • Bus
    • Transformers
    • Cap Banks
  • Improve skills of reading and interpreting schematic diagrams and construction drawings.
• Machinery Operation and Site Preparation:
  • Operate various types of heavy equipment, including backhoes, trenchers, excavators, skid steers, and bulldozers.
  • Assist in excavation, back filling, and site preparation for substations.
  • Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and…