High Voltage Breaker Specialist

Premier Power Maintenance; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Power Maintenance in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a High Voltage Apparatus Specialist. The role focuses on inspection, testing, maintenance, and commissioning of 480V-72kV to 138kV-550kV gear.

Primarily shop-based with occasional travel to substations; responsibilities include testing, troubleshooting, and documenting results while ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates have hands-on HV experience, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in electrical testing, maintenance, construction, commissioning, or related power industry work.
• Experience with low, medium, and high-voltage apparatus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based reporting.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass background, motor vehicle, drug, and alcohol screenings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, retrofit, and test high-voltage equipment.
• Operate electrical testing equipment and document results accurately.
• Read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Follow safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E, PEARL, NETA) and support project planning.
• Maintain tools and testing equipment; assist with travel to sites as needed.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

MS Office

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology

Tools

PowerDB

Insulation analyzers

Contact resistance meters

Primary/Secondary injection test sets

CT analyzers

SF6 apparatus handling

Job description

Job Information

• Category: Production
• Job Location: Indianapolis, United States
• Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
• Position title: High Voltage Apparatus Specialist
• Location: Indianapolis, IN (must relocate within 60 miles if needed)
• Reports To: Life Extension Services Supervisor
• FLSA: Hourly, Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Position Overview

The High Voltage Apparatus Specialist performs inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, reconditioning, and commissioning activities on low, medium, and high-voltage electrical apparatus. This position is primarily shop-based but requires occasional travel to customer sites and substations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with circuit breakers, switchgear, transformers, regulators, and reclosers, along with strong electrical testing and diagnostic skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, retrofit, and test:
  • 480V-72kV air, vacuum, and SF6 circuit breakers
  • 138kV-550kV SF6 circuit breakers and circuit switchers
  • Reclosers, sectionalizers, regulators, and transformers
• Operate electrical testing equipment, including:
  • Primary/secondary injection test sets
  • Insulation analyzers
  • Contact resistance meters
  • Breaker time/travel analyzers
  • Power factor test sets
  • CT analyzers
• Complete PEARL documentation and PowerDB test reports accurately and on time.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, PEARL, NETA, and company safety requirements.
• Support project planning, scheduling, execution, and cost control activities.
• Maintain tools, testing equipment, and company vehicles.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical testing, maintenance, construction, commissioning, or related power industry work.
• Experience working with low, medium, and high-voltage apparatus.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based reporting.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass background, motor vehicle, drug, and alcohol screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology.
• Military electrical experience.
• Experience with SF6 apparatus.
• PowerDB experience.
• CDL or willingness to obtain required driving endorsement.

Certifications & Development

Must Be Able To Obtain

• NETA Level II within 12 months
• PEARL Level I within 12 months
• PEARL Level II within 24 months
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification
• NFPA 70E Training
• CPR Certification

Work Environment

• Primarily shop-based with occasional field assignments.
• Work near energized substations following established safety procedures.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• Overtime, weekends, nights, and holiday work may be required based on project demands.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A successful candidate will have hands-on experience servicing high-voltage power equipment, strong diagnostic and testing capabilities, knowledge of NETA/PEARL standards, and the ability to work independently while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, documentation quality, and customer service.