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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.