This is an early career role. Travel required between NC, SC, VA.
Transmission & Distribution Groundman will support substation and distribution operations under direct supervision. This role is designed for candidates who are early in their electrical or mechanical career path and are eager to learn utility scale power systems.
The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety minded, and willing to develop a strong understanding of electrical theory, medium/high voltage equipment, and industry standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI/NETA). Comprehensive on the job training will be provided.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Initially performed under supervision; responsibilities expand with demonstrated proficiency.
• Assist with installation, inspection, and basic testing of medium voltage power cables.
• Support troubleshooting efforts for overhead distribution and substation equipment.
• Participate in scheduled substation inspections (biannual/annual).
• Assist with switching and grounding procedures following established safety protocols.
• Learn to operate specialized test equipment (megohmmeters, micro ohmmeters, voltmeters).
• Support acceptance testing, commissioning, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Help perform transformer inspections and basic repair tasks.
• Document field notes, measurements, and inspection results accurately.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and work areas in safe operating condition.
• Follow all safety and compliance requirements related to medium and high voltage systems.
Education & Experience Requirements
Required:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or electrical interest (trade classes, shop experience, military experience, etc.)
• Basic understanding of electrical concepts (Ohm’s law, AC/DC, circuits)
Preferred but NOT required:
• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology, or related field
• Internship, co op, or limited experience with electrical, industrial, or utility work
• Hands on experience with tools, equipment, or mechanical systems
Note: This is an early career role. Training will be provided; candidates with no utility experience are encouraged to apply.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
• Ability to pass a pre employment DOT drug screen and physical
• Work is performed at remote locations and on active generation/construction sites
• Ability to climb, lift 50+ lbs, and work outdoors in varying weather
• Willingness to work around energized electrical equipment following strict safety protocols
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Strata Clean Energy is a privately owned and operated company, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with multiple service and operations centers throughout the Southeast of the USA. As a vertically integrated renewable energy company, we control and self-perform every process, from our nationwide solar and storage development, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.
Our construction operation consists of Industry leading Engineering competence centers, a team of global supply chain experts, and an industrial scale project and construction management center. Each and every department is fully committed to making sure safety and quality are our top priority.
As an independent power producer, Strata Clean Energy is one of the very few companies that has proven competence across the full spectrum of the solar/storage process and value chain. We are focused on delivering best in class cost of ownership by imposing and enforcing very strict QA standards on our global manufacturers and suppliers. Our approach continues to provide superior value and customer experience.
Strata’s customers include long term project owners, such as large utilities and IPPs, with very high safety and execution standards. Strata’s total quality management approach, combined with high productivity and operational excellence, has set us apart from traditional solar developers and EPC outfits.
Please visit our facilities or tour our project sites and experience the Strata difference.
We appreciate the long-term relationships that we have built with so many of our repeat customers and want to thank them for their ongoing loyalty and support.
For more information please visit www.stratacleanenergy.com
