Electrician - High-Voltage Substations (Helpers/Apprentice/Journeyman)

About This Role\n
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\nWork on high-voltage substation projects (35 kV and above) across West Texas. This role hires helpers, apprentices, and journeyman electricians to perform installation, terminations, cable pulling, grounding and other hands-on electrical tasks on energized and de-energized equipment. Travel between project sites is required. Pay is $36-$42/hour depending on level, plus $830/week per diem for eligible workers. If you have substation experience and follow safety procedures around high voltage, this is steady, well-paid field work with frequent travel assignments.\n
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What You'll Do\n
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• Install medium- and high-voltage equipment and components at substation sites (35 kV+)
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• Perform cable pulling, terminations, splicing and secure connections on power cables and bus work
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• Install grounding systems, bond equipment and verify continuity of protective systems
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• Read and follow electrical drawings, schematics and work orders on site
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• Load, unload and rig material and equipment; assist with site setup and breakdown at each project location
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• Work safely around energized systems, follow lockout/tagout and other safety procedures while coordinating with crew and supervisors
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What We're Looking For\n
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• Hands-on experience on substation work at 35 kV or higher (helpers/apprentices acceptable with some related experience)
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• Able to perform cable pulling, terminations, grounding and general electrical installation
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• Comfortable working around energized high-voltage systems and following strict safety procedures
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• Able to read technical drawings, wireway and raceway layouts, and follow instructions on site
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• Willingness to travel across West Texas and work at remote project sites; able to be on multi-day assignments
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Qualifications\n
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• Valid driver's license and reliable means to travel to project pickup points
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• Journeyman electrician license (for Journeyman openings) or active enrollment in an electrical apprenticeship (for Apprentice openings)
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• Experience on 35 kV+ systems and proven record of safe work practices
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• NFPA 70E and OSHA 10/30 preferred; CPR/First Aid preferred
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What We Offer\n
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• Pay range $36-$42 per hour based on experience/level
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• $830 per week per diem for eligible traveling workers
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• Consistent West Texas project work with travel assignments
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• Hands-on high-voltage experience to build your resume and skills
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• Overtime opportunities when project schedules demand
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