Substation Field Technician II - Testing & Maintenance

Electric Power Systems; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Certification Incentives

Talent Development

Per Diem Travel

Referral Bonuses

Career Path

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is seeking a Field Technician II to perform testing, inspection, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment with increasing independence. You will troubleshoot issues, document work, and support commissioning activities while upholding safety and quality.

The role requires the ability to work with minimal supervision, travel for assignments, and a solid foundation in electrical systems, tools, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to safety sensitive position.
• Criminal background check required.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and PPE usage in substation environments.
• Participate in safety training and job briefings; identify hazards and mitigate.
• Support safety culture through hazard reporting and lessons learned.
• Test high, medium, and low voltage equipment with limited supervision.
• Inspect, test, and maintain circuit breakers, transformers, instrument transformers, grounding, batteries, switchgear.
• Troubleshoot using schematics and manuals; escalate complex issues.
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on electrical components.
• Execute functional checks and assist commissioning activities.
• Document testing and maintenance per project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and senior technicians to complete field activities safely.

Skills

Drug screen

Background check

Overtime & travel

Driver's license

Education

Electrical / Electronic technology degree or military experience

NETA II Certification

Job description

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is seeking a Field Technician II to perform testing, inspection, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment with increasing independence. You will troubleshoot issues, document work, and support commissioning activities while upholding safety and quality.

The role requires the ability to work with minimal supervision, travel for assignments, and a solid foundation in electrical systems, tools, and safety procedures.