Journeyman Substation Technician I – HV/LV Ops & Mentoring

Orlando Utilities Commission; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Low-cost medical, dental and vision

Paid life insurance premiums

Hybrid Retirement Program

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness incentives & on-site fitness

Recreational areas access

Conference & training opportunities

Job summary

OUC - TheReliableOne seeks a Substation Technician I (Journeyman Substation Technician) to join the Trans, Substation Construction & Maintenance Division. The role involves maintaining and testing substation equipment, performing HV and LV switching, reviewing safety procedures, and assisting in training junior technicians.

Ideal candidates bring extensive substation experience, strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a safety‑first mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of nine (9) years’ experience in substation construction, maintenance, and testing or six and a half (6.5) years total progressive OUC substation technician experience that includes three and a half (3.5) years’ experience as an OUC Substation Technician II (required).
• Completion of Substation Technician II sign-off book involving the mechanics, hydraulics, and electrical maintenance of substation equipment.
• Maintenance of all safety certifications acquired at the Apprentice Substation Technician through Substation Technician II levels.
• Completion of required online and on-the-job trainings from Apprentice Substation Technician through Substation Technician II levels.
• Must possess a current and valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Class A CDL (required).
• Tanker endorsement (preferred).
• Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) clearance, or ability to acquire within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Work with other Substation Technicians to maintain or test all substation equipment under the leadership of the Lead Substation Technician.
• Perform High Voltage (HV) & Low Voltage (LV) switching activities.
• Review job assignments and safety procedures each morning with Lead Substation Technician and other Substation Technicians as required.
• Assist in preparing vehicle for next assignment with tools and equipment for their crew.
• Help ensure all job-related equipment needs are met (tools, trucks, parts).
• Review training for Substation Technician II and III and help prepare underclass substation technicians for promotional assessments.
• Assist Lead Substation Technicians by providing evaluative information for performance appraisals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Lifting and physical work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Florida Driver’s License

Class A CDL

Tanker endorsement (preferred)

Tools

Cascade

Battery testing software

Doble testing software

Job description

OUC - TheReliableOne seeks a Substation Technician I (Journeyman Substation Technician) to join the Trans, Substation Construction & Maintenance Division. The role involves maintaining and testing substation equipment, performing HV and LV switching, reviewing safety procedures, and assisting in training junior technicians.

Ideal candidates bring extensive substation experience, strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a safety‑first mindset.