Substation Technician EM

City of Naperville; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Naperville is seeking a Substation Technician to install and maintain electric substation equipment, test and repair high voltage lines, and support switchgear and related components. You will work in confined spaces and near energized equipment, including manholes and basements.

Originally involved with IBEW Local 9 union, wage rates and benefits follow the collective bargaining agreement. Starting salary is $65.41 per hour; 2026 wages will be set after a new agreement is ratified.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of substation construction or maintenance experience.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Post-twelfth grade technical training in electrical maintenance or related fields.
• A test will be given to determine qualifications and skills.
• A valid State of Illinois CDL is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate aerial bucket and hot stick tools for installation, repair, and operation of substation equipment.
• Locate, isolate, and repair issues in electric lines and substations.
• Install and repair components such as transformers, metering equipment, conduits, breakers, and switchgear.
• Program and operate electronic controls and use computers for data download.
• Read and record monitoring instrumentation.
• Assist in constructing substation structures like towers, poles, and buswork.
• Perform substation switching operations and testing (oil, relay tests).
• Conduct routine grounds maintenance and work in energized manholes or similar spaces.

Skills

Substation maintenance

Electrical safety

CDL license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-twelfth grade technical training

Electrical maintenance training

Tools

CDL (Commercial Driver's License)

Job description

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City of Naperville

Employment Opportunity

Job Title

Substation Technician EM (5233)

Closing Date

When filled

Salary

$65.4100 per hour

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

DPU-E Supply & Control, 1392 Aurora Ave., Suite 200

Department

Department of Public Utilities - Electric

Job Description

The City of Napervilles Electric Utility is currently seeking a Substation Technician to perform skilled work in installing and maintaining electric substation equipment and components. The Substation Technician tests and repairs substation high voltage lines, equipment, and switchgear and performs other work involving substation construction and maintenance. The Technician will also work in confined spaces and/or on or near energized equipment including but not limited to manholes, handholes, and basements.

• This position is represented by the IBEW Local 9 union. Wage rates and other benefits are subject to the language in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The 2025 starting salary for this position is $65.4100 per hour. The 2026 wage will be implemented once a new collective bargaining agreement is ratified.

Responsibilities

• Uses an aerial bucket, hot stick tools, and other equipment in the installation, repair, and operation of substation underground and overhead high voltage electric utility lines, transformers, switchgear, and other substation equipment.
• Locates, isolates, and makes repairs in electric lines, cables, and other component parts of the substation.
• Installs and repairs component parts of electric substations, such as power transformers, metering equipment, conduits, circuit breakers, switchgear, panel board wiring, and other parts, as well as other substation components.
• Operates, interrogates, programs, and installs electronic equipment and controls. This includes using computers to program and download information.
• Installs, reads, and records a variety of monitoring equipment and instrumentation.
• Assists in the construction of substation structures including towers, poles, buswork, underground cables, and high tension lines.
• Assists in the care of equipment and tools used in electric utility construction and maintenance work.
• Performs substation switching operations.
• Works on substation testing such as taking readings, oil tests, relay tests, and other troubleshooting.
• Performs routine substation grounds maintenance as assigned.
• Performs work in energized manholes or similar locations and structures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One to three years of substation construction or maintenance experience.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Post-twelfth grade technical training and skills in electrical maintenance, electronics, mechanical devices, and specifically-related fields.
• A test will be given to each candidate who applies to help determine their level of qualifications and particular skills related to the needs of the substation group.
• A valid State of Illinois Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Additional Information

The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, convenientlylocated28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. TheCityhas gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area.Itsalsoa great placeto work! Our municipal government emplo s over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categoriesandprovidesa collaborative working environment, a for**