Substation Superintendent

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. 

Substation Superintendent | Probst Electric

• Job title: Substation Superintendent
• Department: Substation Construction
• Reports to: Substation Construction Manager
• Category: Field Operations / Construction Management

Position Overview

Probst Electric is seeking a Substation Superintendent to lead field operations on new substation construction, modifications, and rebuilds. This position is responsible for the safe, on-schedule, and on-budget execution of projects, directing foremen and crews across civil, structural, and electrical scopes. The ideal candidate has a proven record of substation construction leadership, holds crews to a high standard of quality and safety, and is ready to take ownership of the field side of the job.

What You'll Do

• Lead and direct foremen and crews in the field, assigning work and holding the team accountable to project specifications, schedule, and quality standards.
• Plan, sequence, and coordinate all phases of substation construction, including ground grid, conduit, foundations, structural steel, buswork, equipment setting, cable installation, and final yard preparation.
• Oversee the installation of battery banks and substation equipment, including breakers, metering equipment, transformers, and surge arresters.
• Manage manpower, equipment, material, and subcontractor needs in coordination with the project manager and office staff.
• Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work; resolve field issues and communicate changes, delays, and progress to the project manager and customer.
• Track daily progress, labor hours, and quantities, and support timely reporting, change order documentation, and project closeout.
• Lead by example on safety: conduct job briefings and audits, enforce company safety policies and applicable OSHA requirements, and ensure crews are properly trained and equipped.
• Coordinate crane lifts, energized work, switching and clearance procedures, and testing and commissioning activities with customers and other contractors.
• Mentor and develop foremen and craft workers, and support hiring, onboarding, and training of field personnel.
• When assigned, lead storm restoration activities to rebuild or repair damaged power systems.

Qualifications

• Substation construction experience, including proven experience as a foreman, general foreman, or superintendent leading crews on transmission or distribution substation projects.
• Strong knowledge of substation construction methods, including civil, structural, and electrical installation, and the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to plan work, manage schedules and budgets, and keep multiple crews and trades productive.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with crews, customers, inspectors, and office staff.
• A commitment to safe work practices, quality workmanship, and the continued development of the people on your team.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Class A CDL is preferred but not required.
• Availability to travel and stay out of town as projects require. Typical schedules include long working hours.
• Willingness to work overtime and extended hours as needed.
• Current OSHA 30, first aid/CPR, and similar safety credentials, along with experience with commissioning and energization procedures, are a plus.

At Probst Electric Inc., a proud subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), you’ll join a team that takes pride in delivering high‑voltage transmission construction, design‑build solutions, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. With offices across Utah and Idaho and projects spanning the nation, we bring expertise in transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewable energy—along with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in everything we do.

We Offer

• Earn top‑tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
• Enjoy exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
• Be part of an industry‑leading safety culture, strengthened by Quanta Services’ unwavering commitment to safety and its world‑class national training network.
• Access unlimited career growth opportunities and advance your future within the expansive Quanta family of companies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.