Traveling Journeyman Construction Technician – Substation Construction

About the role

Our client is a well-established player in the utility and EPC construction space, delivering high-voltage substation projects for utility owners and engineering firms across the country. With a reputation built on safety, precision, and reliability, the company supports critical infrastructure that keeps power flowing to communities nationwide. Their teams work on substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV, tackling projects that demand technical expertise and a strong safety culture. They pride themselves on developing skilled tradespeople and offering long-term project opportunities for those willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain substation equipment including circuit breakers, disconnect switches, transformers, bus systems, and associated electrical components.
• Install grounding systems, conduit, cable tray, underground duct banks, and control wiring.
• Pull, terminate, and dress power and control cables according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and construction drawings.
• Install structural steel and support equipment using proper rigging and lifting techniques.
• Assist with equipment setting, alignment, and mechanical assembly.
• Support testing, commissioning, punch list completion, and project closeout activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following OSHA and customer safety requirements.
• Complete daily work reports and communicate project progress with site leadership.

Requirements

• Journeyman-level experience in electrical, utility, or substation construction.
• Minimum of 3 years of substation construction experience preferred.
• Experience working on substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and construction drawings.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices and utility construction standards.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel 100% to project locations throughout the United States.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and extended schedules as required by project demands.
• No formal education requirement specified; journeyman-level trade experience required.

Skills

• Prior experience working traveling contract roles in the utility/EPC industry (nice-to-have).
• Familiarity with commissioning and testing procedures on high-voltage equipment (nice-to-have).

Pay

Competitive hourly pay.

Benefits

• Daily per diem provided while traveling on project.
• Ongoing contract with long-term project opportunities.