3948 - Substation - Leadman

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Date: Jul 17, 2026

Location: Clinton, MS, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company : Overland Contracting Inc  

Req Id : 116123 

Opportunity Type : Craft (non-union) 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

 

Why Black & Veatch?

 

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

 

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

 

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

 

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

 

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

 

Job Summary

Work directly with a Foreman and learn how to properly direct the planning , lay-out, installation, testing, repair, or maintenance of high voltage substation wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts, equipment and control stems in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards. Learn to plan and coordinate the efforts of the craft workers under his/her supervision and motivate them to accomplish the work safely, correctly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • . Be able to perform all of the principal duties and accountabilities of craft workers under his/her supervision . Lead and support all safety related processes and programs as requested 
  • Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries 
  • 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 . Learn to create and execute a one week schedule . 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 . Review crew's timecards for correct hours and activity designation . Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor 
  • Participate in investigation process as needed . Learn to lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre-job safety planning in the appropriate format 
  • Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or mitigate hazards 
  • Assure all crew members understand, participate, and sign all pre-job safety planning tools at start and end of shift . Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (ie back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens) . Understand, support, implement, and follow lockout/tag out procedures 
  • Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined 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 other co-workers and supervisor's suggestions, 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 
  • Report information to Foreman . Coordinate and communicate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job . Provide on-the-job training to those individuals under his/her supervision . Train/teach safety practices, policies and procedures related to an employee's assigned tasks . Receive training on administrative duties which include but are not limited to filling out daily reports, material requisitions, coordinating equipment and suppliers etc . Perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of that work assigned . Plan and communicate with supervisor to assure that an adequate supply of tools, materials and equipment are available . Gain a complete understanding of the scope of work and the related parts of the project 
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the project plans, specifications and schedule as they relate to that portion of the work assigned 

    • Management Responsibilities

    Preferred Qualifications

  • One or more of the following certifications: . NCCER Electrician . NCCER Carpenter . NCCER Concrete Finisher . NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations . NCCER Rigging . For Crane Operations, an OSHA approved certification is required (ie NCCCO or CIC Certification) 

    • Minimum Qualifications

    Must have working experience as a Substation Journeyman or equivalent combination of education and experience in an industrial construction setting. Strong working knowledge of the project specifications and high voltage electrical and civil industry standards. Must have working knowledge of electrical substation components, fabrication and erection of forms with thorough knowledge of steel framed forms (i.e. Symons); fabrication and placement of rebar including proper tying techniques; and placing, finishing and sealing concrete, and of the construction, testing, maintenance, and repair of substations. Will be trained to set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality and productivity for the members of his/her crew. Ability to understand and follow directions. Must have all necessary tools (see Substation 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.

    Certifications

    For Crane Operations, an OSHA approved certification is required (i.e. NCCCO or CIC Certification) NCCER Electrician NCCER Carpenter NCCER Concrete Finisher NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations NCCER Rigging

    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.

     

    Work Environment:

    • Typical construction site environment.
    • Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
    • Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F 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.

    Competencies

    Salary Plan

    SUB: Substation

    Job Grade

    200

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