Electrician II, Substation

Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Electrician II, Substation will report directly to the Substation General Foreman.

The position will be expected to operate equipment including but not limited to a backhoe, trencher, excavator, skid steer, bulldozer, and other various types of equipment for the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical substation systems and equipment. In addition, this position will be expected to perform multiple tasks, including hand digging to different depths due to congestion and in areas where equipment can't access, and handling and installing products in ditches - including direct bury wire, steel pipes, and more.

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Understand and comply with the Company s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable

• Work safely while assisting in new construction and various tasks such as demolition, site preparation, excavating, backfilling, landscaping, trenching, pole setting, cable labeling, and other substation-related tasks (i.e., construction clean-up).
• Ability to concentrate on learning safety procedures, making up material, stocking trucks, and assisting other crew members.
• Assist with installing transformer and transformer banks, bus structures and switchgear, lines (underground/overhead), ground grid, control buildings, and other related substation material tasks
• Operators must be experienced in backhoe, trencher, excavator, skid steer, bulldozer, and other various types of equipment.
• Will work with man baskets, skid steers, shovels, compactors, backhoes, and other equipment.

• Frequently work around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
• Operates small, motorized equipment including but not limited to chain saws, jackhammers, hydraulic tools, and hand tools.
• Works around hazardous equipment.
• Works near energized parts or equipment.

• Must be able to operate equipment in confined spaces.
• Exposed to traffic and may be required to have training on traffic flagging.
• Works around excessive noise from machines (backhoe, trencher, mini excavator, digger derricks, knuckle boom, jackhammers, and other equipment).
• Aid the crew in the completion of their duties.
• Learn the basic materials and equipment used in substation construction.

• Maintain cleanliness of the job site and equipment
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors
• Must be able to handle various tools as well as proper maintenance of tools
• Must be able to read blueprints or have the ability to learn
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma/certificate from High School, GED, or Line school required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have Class A CDL or ability to obtain one.

• Preferred experience in electrical substations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMAND:

• The work environment and physical demands characteristics represent those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be approved to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• This position involves Heavy Work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, lift and grab; reach with hands and arms; push and pull; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; talk, see clearly and hear.

• Work is performed outside and includes exposure to extreme cold, heat, inclement weather & noise.
• Willing to work in various locations across the state/country and for extended periods, when required. Travel up to 95%.
• Must be able to operate the various tools for the work (different manual digging devices, wrenches, hammers, come a long and handline, etc.).
• Must have the endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight (8) or ten (10) hour day according to the schedule.
• Be on time and ready to work at the start of each standard shift.

• Must always wear personnel protective equipment. (i.e., Hard hats, safety glasses, safety harnesses, ear protection, fire retardant clothing, as required) and respirators when required.

Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more.

Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Blue Ridge Power does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.