Date: Sep 18, 2024 Location: Marquez, TX, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients. Job Title: 3611 - Substation Helper 2 Location: PJGTMARQU Business Unit Sector: OCI-BVOPS-CONSTRUCTION Opportunity Type: Craft (non-union) Project Only Hire: No Job Summary Assist journeyman in the planning, lay-out, installation, testing, and repair of all aspects of substation construction in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Use appropriate hand (i.e., drill, screwdriver) and power tools (i.e., pipe threader, conduit bender) to properly measure, cut, assemble, and install electrical conduits, cable, and duct banks. Hand dig ditches and holes. Install control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels, and install grounding leads and pull wire through conduit. Work with high and low voltage systems. Help test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components, using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, battery and buzzer, and oscilloscope. Rig and set large high voltage equipment, hang protective grounds, layout makeup and install wire jumpers. May utilize equipment to excavate for foundations, layout and install ground grid, utilize equipment to spread rock, operate man lift in tight areas in an energized substation. Install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications. Participate in all safety-related processes and programs as requested. Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries. Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional. If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved. Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed. Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions; identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards. Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e., back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens). Understand, support, and follow lockout/tag out procedures. Attend site-specific training and assure you follow all procedures as outlined in training. Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment. Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately. Listen to co-workers' suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate. Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job. Actively participate in on-the-job training and mentoring opportunities with co-workers in your craft when provided. Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards. Learn to read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions. With regard to that portion of the work assigned, assist in planning, installing, and/or repairing systems in accordance with those plans and specifications. Assist journeymen in laying out work and learn to perform layout independently. Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement. Notify supervision of any hazards observed and utilize safety stop work authority as needed. Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost-saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed reporting any issues to your supervision. If certified to operate equipment ensure that construction equipment is correctly operated, maintained, in good working order, and Daily Equipment Inspections are completed for equipment being utilized. Comply with Company Code of Conduct and jobsite policies. Perform all other actions necessary to accomplish the foregoing principal duties and accountabilities. Minimum Qualifications At least 1 year of experience working on substations or as an electrician or similar craft as a helper or a combination of work experience and training, and a working knowledge of the substation field of work. Developing knowledge of the construction, testing, maintenance, and repair of substations. Ability to understand and follow directions. In addition, must have all necessary tools (see Substation Helper Tool List). Must be at least 18 years of age. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Work Environment/Physical Demands Physical Demands: Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction. Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. Requires repetitive movement. Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds. Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. Requires working in cramped workspaces and getting into awkward positions. Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. Work around hazardous equipment. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. 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