Substation Equipment Operator

C.W. Wright was founded in 1953 in Richmond, Virginia and has since been setting the bar for safety, quality and productivity in the utility service industry.

C.W. Wright is a full-service utility contractor with decades of proven success in delivering electric T&D solutions for our customers.  Our company motto is “Service with Safety” and reflects our dedication to providing quality service while maintaining a safe work environment for our employees, customers and the public. Whether it’s rebuilding an aging utility infrastructure, meeting the sophisticated needs of an industrial plant, or turning your system’s lights back on when it matters most, our linemen are among the most reliable and safest utility contractors in the nation.

C.W. Wright is a subsidiary of PrimeLine Utility Services, a leading provider of construction, maintenance, and design solutions for the electric, gas and telecommunication industries.  PrimeLine is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Vinci, SA, the largest construction company in the world. Their backing provides the financial strength and expertise to enable C.W. Wright to provide our customers with the best solutions, technology and equipment available.

CW Wright offers competitive pay scales, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and 401(k) with company match plus many more ancillary benefits.

Position Details

Substation Equipment Operator is an entry level, non-exempt position in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of electric substation systems and works with various pieces of construction equipment specific to the trade.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing construction, maintenance and/or repair work of electric substation systems.
• Assist in the transporting, installation, and/or removal of substation structures, equipment, and hardware, electrical conductors, wire, and cable.
• Capable of or learning to operate various types of heavy equipment:
  • Bucket, derrick and boom trucks
  • Backhoes, excavators and skid steer loaders
  • Articulating Man-lifts
  • Pressure Diggers
  • Trenchers
  • Track Crawler Loader/Backhoe
  • Rough Terrain Telescopic Forklifts
• Read and interpret profile, blueprints, maps, or other written instructions for completion of assigned tasks.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Responsible for maintaining company vehicles in good working condition.

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to read and understand simple blueprints, maps, and diagrams.
• Able to identify energized high and low voltage lines.
• Basic knowledge in electricity.
• Knowledge of safety hazards inherent in working in close proximity to energized high and low voltage lines and equipment.
• Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Code as it relates to the operation of heavy equipment in the state the job is located.
• Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.
• Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers’ License.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage.
• Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested. Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.
• 90% Travel Required
• Capable of following Company safety rules and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.  Formal education and/or training in electrical theory or electronics.
• 2+ years of hands on experience of either equipment operation or demonstrated equivalent knowledge and experience is required.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE:

•  This position requires English speaking proficiency to ensure effective communication of safety instructions, technical information, and coordination with team members. Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are strongly preferred. 
• Highly motivated self-starter with desire to continue learning,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Employment Standards:

Knowledge, abilities and skills must consist of; considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, tools and materials used in electrical construction and installation in substations.  Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the electrical trade and necessary safety precautions.  Knowledge of First Aid, CPR and all safety rules as stated in the company Safety Manual.  Class A commercial driver’s license preferred.

Physical Standards:

Required physical abilities to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger dexterity, grasp, and repetitive motions. Must be able to routinely lift objects under 10 pounds; occasionally lift objects from 10-25 pounds, infrequently lift objects from 25 – 30 pounds and infrequently lift object over 50 pounds.

Environmental Conditions:

Work is performed outside and includes being exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, darkness and occasional poor lighting conditions.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. CW Wright is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CW Wright will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.