HV Substation Technician – Trainee to A/B

Kentucky Utilities; Earlington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky Utilities, part of LG&E/KU and a regulated utility, seeks a Substation Technician at various levels. The role involves maintenance and installation in high voltage substations, learning equipment handling, safety rules, and assisting senior staff to progress skillwise.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and a two-year electromechanical/electronics degree; military training may substitute. Relocation within the service area may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; plus a two-year electromechanical/electronics degree.
• Military electromechanical/electronics training may substitute for the degree.
• Substation maintenance and testing experience may substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and installation work in high voltage substations.
• Assist higher classifications in Substation Construction & Maintenance (SC&M).
• Identify and use materials, tools, and equipment for substation work.
• Operate mobile and communications equipment and learn rigging basics.
• Maintain safety, follow OSHA rules, and participate in CPR/First Aid training.
• Prepare materials, assist coworkers, and support time and material accounting.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year degree in electromechanical/electronics

Military electromechanical/electronics training may substitute

Job description

Kentucky Utilities, part of LG&E/KU and a regulated utility, seeks a Substation Technician at various levels. The role involves maintenance and installation in high voltage substations, learning equipment handling, safety rules, and assisting senior staff to progress skillwise.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and a two-year electromechanical/electronics degree; military training may substitute. Relocation within the service area may be required.