Journeyman Electrical Technician I or II

Otter Tail Power Co.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 68,880,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership options

Retirement savings fund with employer match

Health insurance plan options

Job summary

Otter Tail Power Co. is seeking a Journeyman Electrical Technician I or II to join their team in Velva, ND. This role involves installing, testing, and maintaining high and medium voltage substation equipment, supporting transmission and generation systems, and ensuring system reliability during emergencies.

A competitive wage starting at $52.58 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits, is offered. Candidates must have an associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or equivalent experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electrical and electronic schematics.
• Ability to perform mechanical and electrical testing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and use ladders and aerial lifts.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair substation equipment.
• Support transmission and distribution systems.
• Respond to system events or emergencies.

Skills

Electrical and electronic schematics understanding

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting ability

Customer interaction

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology

Job description

Journeyman Electrical Technician I or II

Requisition Number: JOURN007087

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• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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OTP Velva ND
Velva, ND 58790, USA

Description

DUTIES

Otter Tail Power Company is looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Technician I or II to join our team. If you enjoy hands‑on work, solving complex technical challenges, and keeping critical systems running safely and efficiently, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact every day.

This position reports to Supervisor Operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of High and Medium Voltage Substation Equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical testing on Apparatus such as circuit breakers, reclosers, regulators, transformers, battery banks, capacitors, relays, in energized facilities.
• Support transmission, distribution, and generation systems that power our communities.
• Travel across our system as needed to support operations and respond to challenges.
• Play a key role in system reliability by responding to direction from the System Operator during system events or emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree (2-year) in Electrical/Electronic Technology from an accredited school, or equivalent military training, correspondence coursework, or experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronic schematics and diagrams.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Sound judgment, especially in emergency situations.
• Ability to work outdoors, cooperatively with team members, and maintain positive customer interactions.
• Ability to lift 50lbs, use ladders and arial lifts
• Employees are required to establish residence within 30 miles of permanent headquarters.
• A valid driver’s license and a medical card or the ability to obtain one is required for this position.

We believe employment is a partnership and to support our talent, we offer competitive wage and benefit package including employee stock ownership options, retirement savings fund with employer match, health insurance plan options and more. The expected base compensation for this role is $52.58 per hour within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com .

Applications accepted through July 3, 2026.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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