Substation Foreman

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description We are seeking experienced Substation Foremen to join our construction team. This position is responsible for supervising and coordinating all field activities related to Substation construction. This position ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Elliot policies and procedures, project specifications, drawings, and schedules. The Foreman leads crews, coordinates with other trades, and maintains high standards of safety, quality and productivity. As part of the day-to-day responsibilities, you will be completing the following:

• Supervise and lead substation crews in daily operations.

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate substation activities.

• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project plans.

• Oversee installation of:

• Structural steel (equipment supports, bus structures)

• Foundations and grounding systems

• Conduit, cable trench, and duct bank systems

• Bus work and rigid/flexible bus installation

• Equipment setting (transformers, breakers, switches, control cabinets)

• Coordinate with project superintendent, project manager, and other trades.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and OSHA requirements.

• Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce safe work practices.

• Monitor productivity and crew performance.

• Ensure proper use, care, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

• Maintain quality control to ensure work meets project specifications.

• Assist in planning manpower, equipment, and material needs.

• Complete daily reports, time sheets, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10+ years of substation construction experience.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or foreman role.

• Strong knowledge of:

• Substation construction practices and sequencing

• High-voltage electrical systems and components

• Structural, civil, and electrical installation methods

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Working knowledge of construction safety standards.

• Ability to operate construction equipment as needed.

• Valid driver’s license

• Own your own hand tools

• Must be able to learn from On-the-Job training and work well with others

• Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening

Benefits/Culture Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K w/ company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program
• Paid Vacation
• Servant Leadership Training
• Uniforms and PPE provided