Job Description
Power Your Career Nationwide - Now Hiring Substation Electricians with 100% Travel! Position Title: Traveling Substation Electrician
Company Name: National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC
Pay Range: $38-$50+ per hour (with overtime, annual earnings can exceed $100K)
Location: Pembroke Pines, FL
Industry: Utilities / Industrial Construction
Job Overview National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC is seeking experienced Substation Electricians to join our Field Operations team. This is a high-travel role, with teams rotating on a 3-weeks-on, 1-week-off schedule across various commercial and utility-scale job sites nationwide. Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience working with substation equipment and possess a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and electrical excellence. With steady projects, overtime opportunities, and competitive benefits, this role offers a rewarding pathway for growth in the civil construction and utility sectors.
Who We Are National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC is a trusted name in civil construction, utilities, and commercial sitework. With decades of industry experience, we specialize in high-quality electrical infrastructure, including substation and utility-scale projects. Our firm delivers precision, reliability, and expertise that power communities across the country. At NEE Consultants, we don't just build systems-we build lasting careers through continuous learning, professional growth, and a supportive field-first culture.
Visit us at neengineer.com to learn more. Key Responsibilities - Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems within utility substations
- Responsible for crew safety and personal safety
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams
- Perform testing, troubleshooting, and diagnostics on electrical equipment
- Work on power transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, grounding systems, and control wiring
- Follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company-specific safety protocols
- Maintain documentation for daily work, inspections, and reports
- Communicate effectively with foremen, engineers, and project managers
- Support the successful completion of time-sensitive, field-based construction projects
- Assist with mobilizing tools and materials to and from job sites
Qualifications - Minimum 5 years of electrical experience in substation or utility-related work
- Strong safety knowledge and leadership
- Proven ability to read and understand electrical plans and wiring schematics
- Familiarity with substation equipment, including breakers, relays, and control wiring
- Strong knowledge of electrical safety protocols and PPE use
- Willingness to travel nationwide (100% travel required)
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Ability to work long hours and overtime, including weekends as needed
- Must be dependable, team-oriented, and safety-focused
Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with commercial utility providers or EPC contractors
- OSHA 10 or 30 Certification
- Experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, forklifts, manlift, skid steer loaders, etc.)
Benefits - Florida Blue Health Insurance
- Paid overtime
- 401(k) with 6% Company Match
- 8 Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Paid Vacation (prorated first year)
- Steady nationwide project pipeline
- Company-paid lodging and per diem while traveling
Schedule - Full-time
- Workload: Extensive (project-driven schedules, heavy overtime)
- Travel: 100% - 3 weeks on, 1 week off rotation, based on project demands
Location - Field-Based - Nationwide
- Travel to multiple job sites across the U.S.
- Home base or project rotation determined by current contracts
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Compliance Statement A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. #FC25
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