Senior HV Transmission Lead Technician

NAES

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 112,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NAES is seeking a High Voltage Transmission Lead Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair 345 kV transmission assets, ensuring reliability for the New York metropolitan area. You will coordinate outages and restoration with NYPA, contractors, and field crews while guiding testing, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.

Role demands 5–6 years in HV transmission, strong knowledge of components, fault analysis, and CMMS proficiency, plus a valid US driver’s license.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in electrical technology or related technical field preferred.
5-6 years of experience in high-voltage transmission line inspection, maintenance, repair, and emergency restoration.
Strong knowledge of transmission system components, including conductors, insulators, towers, grounding systems, and related equipment.
Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting transmission system faults, outages, insulation issues, and equipment failures.
Understanding of electrical fundamentals, including grounding, insulation coordination, and protective relaying.
Experience coordinating field maintenance with utilities, contractors, and other transmission stakeholders.
Demonstrated commitment to high-voltage safety practices, including lockout/tagout, PPE, and hazard controls.
Experience leading field crews and coordinating multiple maintenance activities.
Proficiency with CMMS or asset management systems (e.g., Maximo) for work order management and maintenance documentation.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections of high-voltage transmission lines, towers, and associated equipment to identify defects, evaluate asset condition, and maintain system reliability.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee preventative, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities, including storm restoration and repair or replacement of conductors, insulators, line hardware, and related equipment.
Supervise transmission system testing, diagnostics, fault analysis, and protective relay verification to identify issues and ensure reliable system performance.
Coordinate vegetation management and right-of-way (ROW) maintenance activities to maintain required clearances and support safe, reliable transmission operations.
Lead field crews, contractors, and maintenance activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established procedures and project schedules.
Ensure accurate documentation of inspections, maintenance activities, equipment condition, and work history within CMMS and asset management systems, including Maximo.
Assign, prioritize, and monitor work orders while analyzing maintenance data to improve planning, asset performance, and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with maintenance teams and stakeholders to develop and optimize maintenance schedules that maximize equipment availability and minimize downtime.
Monitor maintenance expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support annual budget development through asset planning, forecasting, and lifecycle cost analysis.
Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE requirements, incident reporting, field safety standards, and participation in safety training.
Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards while supporting the safe, reliable operation of high-voltage transmission and substation assets.