Technician, HV

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?

Location : Carrollton Headquarters

Job Description

Job Summary / Objective :

Apply electrical and mechanical theory and practical skills related knowledge to supervise, install and test High Voltage Cable systems. Must be able to work without direct supervision at remote sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction oversight of civil and electrical contractors in the performance of these contractors' duties on specific projects. Coordinate with HV Project Manager and Engineering concerning activities in the field.
• Installation of High Voltage Cable by pulling cables in conduits or laying cables in open trenches while maintaining the quality sensitive criteria that are required for high voltage cables.
• Securing cables at manholes and termination structures utilizing clamping devices while maintaining proper spacing, dimensions and orientation of the cables in respect to the cable accessories
• Properly preparing cables for accessory installation and installing cable terminations, and splices in as specified location and following the specific installation instructions for the accessory type.
• Perform after laying and commissioning tests on high voltage cable systems.
• Technical supervision of customer's technicians in installing cables and cable accessories.
• Receiving, inspection, packaging and shipping of HV accessories and components.
• Maintain and improve the specific skills required through training internally and by partners / suppliers.
• Maintenance of cable & accessories installation equipment, tools and facilities.
• Participate with HV engineering and projects group in preparing work plans, procedures and work schedules in preparation of and during assignments

Benefits We Offer :

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and 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 characteristic protected by law.