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Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches.
The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. Our downtown ballpark proudly serves as the home of the Milwaukee Brewers minor league affiliate. The team celebrated its inaugural Opening Night on April 14, 2026, marking an exciting new chapter for our community and downtown district.
Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation.
The hiring range for this position is $49,800.37 (minimum salary) to $68,582.68 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for a Substation Technician I.
The hiring range for this position is $57,753.17 (minimum salary) to $79,534.89 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for a Substation Technician II.
The hiring range for this position is $70,366.61 (minimum salary) to $96,905.52 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for a Substation Technician III.
Substation Technician I
This position performs technical work assisting with the installation, inspection and maintenance of electrical substation and related equipment.
Substation Technician II
This position performs skilled technical work participating in the installation, inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment, instruments and controls in substations.
Substation Technician III
This position performs difficult skilled technical work participating in and supervising the installation, inspection and maintenance of electrical and electronic meters and other recording devices, instruments and controls in substations.
Substation Technician I
Major Duties
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Assist in the installation, operation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of all types of equipment used in electrical substations.
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Assists in the installation, construction, and modification of all types of equipment, structure, bus, communications and control schemes, etc. used in substations.
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Assist in the testing and repair of high voltage transformers, circuit breakers, reclosers, capacitors, voltage regulators and other related equipment.
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Assists oil spill coordinator; cleans up oil spills for leaking or damage oil filled electrical equipment and maintains required EPA records
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Assists with disposing of surplus distribution equipment
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Assists coordinator for testing of department safety gear
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Responds to after-hours calls as needed
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Works during storms and/or storm response performing duties as assigned
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Performs other related duties as assigned
Guidelines
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City of Wilson Safety and Policy Manuals
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National Electric Code
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National Electric Safety Code
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APPA Safety Manual
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OSHA Regulations
Supervisory/Management Responsibility
Substation Technician II
Major Duties
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Installs, operates, inspects, repairs, and maintains of all types of equipment used in electrical substations
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Installs, constructs, and modifies all types of equipment, structure, bus, communications and control schemes, etc. used in substations
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Tests and repairs high voltage transformers, circuit breakers, reclosers, capacitors, voltage regulators and other related equipment
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Coordinator for testing of department safety gear
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Oil spill coordinator; cleans up oil spills for leaking or damage oil filled electrical equipment and maintains required EPA records
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Responds to after-hours calls as needed
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Works during storms and/or storm response performing duties as assigned
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Performs related tasks as required
Guidelines
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City of Wilson Safety and Policy Manuals
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National Electric Code
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National Electric Safety Code
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APPA Safety Manual
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OSHA Regulations
Supervisory/Management Responsibility
Substation Technician III
Major Duties
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Assists Substation Supervisor in planning and directing the work of subordinates in the installation, inspection and maintenance of all substation equipment and protective devices. Includes associated record keeping.
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Leads the installation, operation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of all types of equipment used in electrical substations.
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Leads the installation, construction, and modification of all types of equipment, structure, bus, communications and control schemes, etc. used in substations.
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Leads the testing and repair of high voltage transformers, circuit breakers, reclosers, capacitors, voltage regulators and other related equipment.
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Trains subordinates in proper work procedures and job safety
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Responds to after-hours calls as needed
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Works during storms and/or storm response performing duties as assigned
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Performs related tasks as required.
Guidelines
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National Electric Code
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National Electric Safety Code
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City of Wilson Safety and Policy Manuals
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APPA Safety Manual
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OSHA Regulations
Supervisory/Management Responsibility
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Supervision is exercised over assigned personnel when Substation Supervisor is not available
Substation Technician I
Education/Experience Requirements
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Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
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Specialized training in substation equipment and apparatus preferred.
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Completion of Substation Career Development Program, Module One required for promotion to Substation Technician II.
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Possession of a valid North Carolina Class “A” CDL permit within six months of hire.
Knowledge Requirements
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Knowledge of electrical wiring, control circuits, relays, and other electrical equipment.
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Knowledge of high voltage equipment and related safety specifications.
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Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code.
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Knowledge of substation equipment operations.
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Knowledge of hand tools, test instruments and power tools.
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Knowledge of proper safety procedures, rules and regulations.
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Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
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Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
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Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
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Skill in setting priorities for competing projects.
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Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
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Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment.
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Skill in interpersonal relations.
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Skill in oral and written communication.
Other Requirements
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Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours.
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Must reside no more than 30 minutes from the Operations Center
Substation Technician II
Education/Experience Requirements
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Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education
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Specialized training in substation equipment and apparatus preferred.
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Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with two to three years of experience or service
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Completion of Substation Career Development Program, Module Two required for promotion to Substation Technician III
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Possession of a valid North Carolina Class “A” CDL permit within six months of hire. Possession of a valid North Carolina Class “A” CDL license within twelve months of hire.
Knowledge Requirements
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Knowledge of electrical wiring, control circuits, relays, and other electrical equipment
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Knowledge of high voltage equipment and related safety specifications
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Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code
-
Knowledge of substation equipment operations
-
Knowledge of hand tools, test instruments and power tools
-
Knowledge of proper safety procedures, rules and regulations
-
Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions
-
Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports
-
Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships
-
Skill in setting priorities for competing projects
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Skill in performing mathematical calculations
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Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment
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Skill in interpersonal relations
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Skill in oral and written communication
Other Requirements
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Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours
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Must reside no more than 30 minutes from the Operations Center
Substation Technician III
Education/Experience Requirements
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Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education
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Specialized training in substation equipment and apparatus preferred
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Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with five or more years of experience or service
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Completion of Substation Career Development Program, Module Three required for promotion
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Possession of a valid North Carolina Class “A” CDL permit within six months of hire. Possession of a valid North Carolina Class “A” CDL license within twelve months of hire.
Knowledge Requirements
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Thorough knowledge of electrical wiring, control circuits, relays, and other electrical equipment
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Thorough knowledge of high voltage equipment and related safety specifications
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Thorough knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code
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Thorough knowledge of substation equipment operations
-
Thorough knowledge of hand tools, test instruments and power tools
-
Thorough knowledge of proper safety procedures, rules and regulations
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Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions
-
Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports
-
Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships
-
Skill in setting priorities for competing projects
-
Skill in performing mathematical calculations
-
Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment
-
Skill in interpersonal relations
-
Skill in oral and written communication
Other Requirements
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Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and be on a rotating schedule to standby to be called in to work after normal working hours
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Must reside no more than 30 minutes from the Operations Center
