Welding Crew Lead

Job Duties

• Lead field crews of up to 5 staff through all phases of bus duct projects — from planning and site prep to execution and closeout — ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.

• Promote a strong safety culture by managing LOTO planning and execution, conducting site reviews and job walks, ensuring compliance with safety protocols/PPE, and proactively identifying and correcting hazards.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, providing consistent updates and representing RMS Energy professionally on-site.

• Review test reports, drawings, and project scope to plan and lead projects effectively, ensuring alignment with engineering requirements and customer expectations.

• Apply working knowledge of electrical systems, substation construction, power plant environments, and testing practices to guide project activities.

• Coordinate labor, materials, tooling, and subcontractor activities, aligning resources with project schedules and scope.

• Oversee the installation, modification, and retrofitting of bus duct systems, including transformer and generator connections, switchgear interfaces, and support structures.

• Direct general inspection and diagnostic activities, such as IR thermography, visual inspections, and condition assessments.

• Lead maintenance and life-extension efforts, including cleaning, plating, and rating upgrades, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

Oversee the removal and replacement of damaged or obsolete components, ensuring proper procedures and minimal disruption.

Ensure proper use and maintenance of company tools, vehicles, and equipment by field personnel.

Review and approve jobsite documentation, including daily safety checks, work reports, and completion signoffs.

Mentor and guide crew members, supporting skill development and reinforcing RMS Energy’s safety and quality standards.

Assume other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

NOT_SPECIFIED

Minimum Experience Required

5+ years of field leadership experience in substation or bus installation.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$

Postal Code

56345

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1251

Job Benefits

We’re not just another power services company. We’re a tight-knit, mission-driven team that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth.

• Competitive Compensation – Overtime potential and merit-based raises

• Full Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire

• Steady Employment & Career Growth – Be part of a fast-growing company with promotion potential

• 401(k) with Company Match – Traditional & Roth options + free investment guidance

• Top-Tier Equipment – Provided to support you in the field

• Compensated Travel Time plus Per Diem – Earn while seeing new places

• Education Support – Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships

• Generous PTO – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

• Employee Assistance Program – Legal, financial, and mental wellness support