Senior Field Technician, Substation Testing · Chicago / Upper Midwest

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 41,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401(k) match

Per diem

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search is seeking a Senior Field Technician to support substations across the Midwest. This traveling role tests and maintains equipment from LV to 765 kV and requires high-voltage field experience with utility and industrial customers.

You will test switchgear, transformers, and GIS, troubleshoot control schemes, and travel up to 100% with per diem. NETA Level II–IV is preferred; military power-production training is a plus. Full-time direct hire with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on substation experience with 69–345 kV.
• Experience with relays, breakers, transformers and controls.
• NETA Level II–IV preferred; uncertified techs considered.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% with per diem.

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

Substation testing

High voltage

Travel readiness

Troubleshooting

Education

NETA Level II–IV

Military power-production training

Tools

Doble M4000

SF6 breakers

GIS

Relays

Job description

Senior Field Technician, Substation Testing Chicago / Upper Midwest

Location Chicago, IL
Full Remote

Type Direct Hire

Posted Oct 21, 2026

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.