Senior Field Technician, Substation Testing · Chicago / Upper Midwest

KLA Industries, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 41,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily per diem

Full benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

KLA Industries in the Midwest is seeking a traveling field technician to test and maintain high‑voltage substations across the region. This home‑based role covers Chicago, Springfield IL, Madison WI, and Green Bay WI with up to 100% travel, per diem, and overtime as needed.

You will test LV through HV systems up to 765 kV, inspect transformers, switchgear and GIS, run HV test sets, and commission control schemes. NETA Level II–IV is preferred; military power‑production training is a plus.

Qualifications

• Hands-on substation experience (69-345 kV) with relays, breakers, transformers and controls.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% with per diem.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• NETA Level II-IV preferred.
• Military power-production training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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 up to large power transformers.
• Run power factor and other HV test sets, and test cable installations.
• Commission and troubleshoot control and transfer schemes.

Skills

HV testing

Substation testing

Test equipment operation

Travel readiness

Valid driver's license

Education

NETA Level II-IV

Military power-production training

Job description

Location: Home-based near Chicago or Springfield IL, or Madison or Green Bay WI Type: Full-time Pay: $30-$75/hr DOE + overtime + per diem Travel: up to 100%

This traveling field role tests and maintains high-voltage substation equipment for utility and industrial customers across the Midwest.

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 up to large power transformers.
• Run power factor and other HV test sets (Doble M4000 class or similar), and test cable installations.
• Commission and troubleshoot control and transfer schemes.

What you bring

• Hands-on substation experience (69-345 kV) with relays, breakers, transformers and controls.
• NETA Level II-IV preferred. Strong uncertified techs will be considered.
• Military power-production training (Army Prime Power, USAF EPP, Navy) is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% with per diem.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Pay & benefits:

$30-$75/hr plus overtime and daily per diem when traveling. Full benefits and 401(k) match.