3615 - Substation Foreman

Location: PJGTCLINT • Full‑time, Craft (non‑union) • No relocation • No visa sponsorship

About the role

Direct and supervise the planning, lay‑out, installation, testing, repair, or maintenance of high‑voltage substation wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts, equipment and control systems in generating stations, substations, and in‑service relays in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards. Plan and coordinate the efforts of the craft workers under your supervision and motivate them to accomplish the work safely, correctly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform all principal duties and accountabilities of the craft workers under your supervision
• Lead and support all safety‑related processes and programs; engage the work team to achieve zero injuries
• Understand scheduling, material control, and unit man‑hour performance reporting; become familiar with the Field Progress Management System (FPMS)
• Create and execute a one‑week schedule; set and execute crew goals based on project unit rates
• Review crew timecards for correct hours and phase coding
• Report all accidents and near misses; participate in investigations; review accidents and causes with employees
• Lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre‑job safety planning; identify hazards and take corrective action
• Ensure all crew members understand, participate in, and sign pre‑job safety planning tools at start and end of shift
• Understand and respond to safety hazards and warning devices (back‑up alarms, smoke, colored tags, sirens)
• Implement and follow lockout/tagout procedures; attend site‑specific training and follow all outlined procedures
• Use effective verbal and written communication; perform arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide whole numbers and fractions) rapidly and accurately
• Listen to employee and supervisor suggestions, complaints, problems, safety concerns, and recommendations; evaluate and implement action plans
• Consult with supervisor and HR on issues as needed
• Coordinate and communicate work with other crafts and co‑workers; manage other crafts when requested by project supervision
• Provide on‑the‑job training; teach safety practices, policies, and procedures related to assigned tasks
• Perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of assigned work
• Plan and communicate with supervisor to ensure adequate tools, materials, and equipment are available
• Gain complete understanding of scope of work and related project parts; develop thorough understanding of project plans, specifications, and schedule
• Conduct toolbox meetings; communicate safety concerns, work scope, plans, and schedules to crews
• Participate in quantity report collection (daily/weekly)
• Assure employees produce quality work meeting plans, specifications, and industry standards
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with contract plans, specifications, and industry standards
• Ensure correct construction procedures are followed during installation; point out deficiencies, explain them, and take corrective action
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
• Examine/inspect field conditions; identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost‑saving measures; take corrective actions
• Ensure construction equipment is correctly operated, maintained, in good working order, and daily equipment inspections are completed
• Complete performance reviews of craft workers per Craft Performance Assessment (CPA) Guidelines
• Ensure subordinates are qualified to perform their work at their level

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Working experience as a Substation Journeyman or equivalent combination of education and experience in an industrial construction setting
• Strong working knowledge of project specifications and high‑voltage electrical and civil industry standards
• Working knowledge of electrical substation components, auto‑level and transit for accurate lay‑out and verification of finished grades, fabrication and erection of forms with thorough knowledge of steel‑framed forms (e.g., Symons), fabrication and placement of rebar including proper tying techniques, placing/finishing/sealing concrete, and construction, testing, maintenance, and repair of substations
• Set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality, and productivity for crew members
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Must have all necessary tools (see Substation Tool List)
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search) in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Preferred qualifications

• Previous experience as a supervisor
• One or more of the following certifications: NCCER Electrician, NCCER Carpenter, NCCER Concrete Finisher, NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations, NCCER Rigging

Certifications

• For Crane Operations: OSHA‑approved certification required (e.g., NCCCO or CIC Certification)
• NCCER Electrician
• NCCER Carpenter
• NCCER Concrete Finisher
• NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations
• NCCER Rigging

Work environment & physical demands

Physical demands

• Lift and carry heavy items up to 50 pounds
• Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move in and around confined/cluttered places and uneven areas
• See and hear naturally or with correction