Traveling Substation Technician—HV Transformer Expert

NASS; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training resources

Career path planning

Certification incentives

Per diem

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k with company match

Job summary

NASS is seeking skilled personnel to support inspection, repair, and maintenance of transmission and distribution substation equipment. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in all weather and travel up to 75% domestically, with overtime and weekend availability.

CDL and crane certification are a plus, and safety is a priority. Responsibilities include assembling and repairing transformers, operating oil processing equipment, and coordinating with field teams to ensure timely service

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; supplemental electrical maintenance courses desired.
• Must possess a current and valid driver’s license, and maintain a good driving record.
• Must crawl, climb, stand and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must pass a fit for duty exam.
• Must be available for regular overnight domestic travel and occasional international travel.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights.
• Able and willing to travel up to 75% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair high voltage power transformers.
• Operate oil processing equipment for transformer vacuum filling and oil processing.
• Maintain oil processing equipment in mechanical working order.
• Transport oil processing equipment, generators, trailers to customer locations
• Assist in coordinating substation services with technicians, electricians and project managers.
• Travel to different customer sites/locations.
• Oversee equipment performance and ensure proper function.
• Provide reporting on equipment gauge monitoring and daily progress/activities.

Skills

Driver's license

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Overnight travel up to 75%

Read electrical diagrams

Safety awareness

Ability to work overtime

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

NCCO Crane Certification

Job description

NASS is seeking skilled personnel to support inspection, repair, and maintenance of transmission and distribution substation equipment. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in all weather and travel up to 75% domestically, with overtime and weekend availability.

CDL and crane certification are a plus, and safety is a priority. Responsibilities include assembling and repairing transformers, operating oil processing equipment, and coordinating with field teams to ensure timely service