Substation Field Technician II - Testing & Maintenance Pro

Electric Power Systems; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Certifications

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Talent Development – Instructor-Led &

Job summary

Electric Power Systems seeks a Field Technician II to perform testing, inspection, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment with growing independence. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and hands-on problem solving with engineers and senior technicians.

Candidates should have 2–4 years’ experience, a technical degree, and NETA II certification. The position is on-site in Texas, with travel and overtime as needed, offering competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Associates in Electrical/Electronic technology or Military experience preferred.
• 2–4 years of relevant industry experience.
• NETA II Certification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and PPE usage in substation environments.
• Perform testing of high, medium, and low voltage equipment with limited supervision.
• Inspect, test, and maintain circuit breakers, transformers, instrument transformers, grounding systems, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot equipment using schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals; escalate when needed.
• Document testing, maintenance, and repairs per project requirements; work with engineers and senior technicians.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comunici

Overtime readiness

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelors/Associates in Electrical/Electronic technology

NETA II Certification

Military experience

Tools

Test equipment setup

Voltage/Insulation verification tools

Job description

Electric Power Systems seeks a Field Technician II to perform testing, inspection, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment with growing independence. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and hands-on problem solving with engineers and senior technicians.

Candidates should have 2–4 years’ experience, a technical degree, and NETA II certification. The position is on-site in Texas, with travel and overtime as needed, offering competitive pay and growth opportunities.