Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Substation Technician and become a vital part of the energy and utilities sector! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems within substations. Your expertise will ensure the reliable delivery of electrical power, supporting community infrastructure and energy distribution. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where safety, technical skill, and proactive problem-solving are celebrated. If you thrive on hands-on work, enjoy field service operations, and are passionate about electrical systems, this is the perfect role for you!
Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of utility electrical systems within substations, including high-voltage wiring and relay testing.
- Conduct electrical diagnostics using tools such as ohmmeters and other testing equipment to identify faults or system irregularities.
- Install, connect, and repair high-voltage and low-voltage cabling, wiring, and conduit systems following NEC (National Electrical Code) standards.
- Operate bucket trucks and bucket lifts safely for overhead line system work, including climbing structures and performing tree trimming around utility lines.
- Execute rigging procedures for equipment installation or removal while adhering to strict safety protocols and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) use.
- Collaborate with construction teams on site to ensure proper installation of electrical infrastructure according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Utilize utility locating techniques to identify underground cables before excavation or construction activities.
- Maintain detailed records of all work performed, including relay testing results, electrical blueprint reading notes, and safety inspections.
Skills
- Extensive experience with industrial and commercial electrician practices, including high-voltage electrical wiring and electrical safety procedures.
- Proficiency in reading electrical blueprints, schematics, and construction site plans to guide installation and troubleshooting efforts.
- Strong knowledge of utility electrical systems, overhead line systems, relay testing procedures, and NEC standards.
- Skilled in welding, cabling techniques, field service operations, and working with IT infrastructure related to utility networks.
- Ability to operate bucket trucks safely for climbing tasks or overhead line repairs while following all PPE guidelines.
- Experience working in the energy & utilities sector with a focus on electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting complex systems.
- Capable of performing utility locating tasks accurately in various environments; familiar with tree trimming around power lines when necessary.
- Demonstrated understanding of electrical safety procedures when working on high-voltage systems or construction sites.
- Familiarity with NEC regulations, ohmmeters for circuit testing, and the use of specialized tools like field testers or diagnostic equipment.
Join us in powering communities safely while advancing your career in a vibrant industry! We value energetic professionals who are committed to excellence in every aspect of electrical maintenance and repair—your expertise will help keep vital energy infrastructure running smoothly!
Pay: $40.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
Work Location: In person
