Senior Field Technician, Substation Testing NETA
Location: Chicago, IL (Home-based near Chicago or Springfield, IL, or Madison or Green Bay, WI)
Job Type: Full-time
Travel: Up to 100%, with per diem
Pay: $30 to $75 per hour, plus overtime and daily per diem
Test and commission high-voltage substation equipment for utility and industrial customers across the Midwest, from LV up to 765 kV.
Must-Haves
- Hands-on substation experience (69 kV to 345 kV) with relays, breakers, transformers, and controls
- Experience with power factor and HV test sets such as Doble M4000 or similar
- Willingness to travel up to 100%
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
What You’ll Do
- Test, troubleshoot, and commission LV through HV systems up to 765 kV
- Test switchgear and breakers, including SF6 gas breakers and GIS
- Inspect, test, and repair transformers, from small units to large power transformers
- Run power factor and other HV testing, and test cable installations
- Commission and troubleshoot control and transfer schemes
Nice-to-Haves
- NETA Level II to IV certification (strong uncertified techs considered)
- Military power production training, such as Army Prime Power, USAF EPP, or Navy
- Relay testing and protection scheme experience
Compensation and Benefits
- $30 to $75 per hour, based on experience
- Overtime pay
- Daily per diem when traveling
- Full benefits package
- 401(k) with match
About the Company
Our client is a high-voltage testing and maintenance company serving utility and industrial customers throughout the Upper Midwest.
To apply, submit your resume for consideration.
