Electrical Technician II

About the Role

This position will be responsible for maintenance and construction activities around high voltage (up to 345 kV) substations and transmission lines. Extensive travel throughout the US is required. The ideal candidate will have a "safety first" attitude and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Work in and around wind turbines
• Professionally interact with customers and coworkers daily
• Perform maintenance/construction on electrical collection systems, including underground cable faults, pad-mount transformers, switchgears, T-Bodies, splices, and wind turbine wiring up to 34.5 kV
• Attend safety meetings and complete safety paperwork daily
• Maintain inventory of materials daily/weekly
• Diagnose and fix issues that could cause unexpected electrical system shutdowns or failures
• Troubleshoot and test electrical components and systems
• Service underground transmission systems, substations, and fiber optic sensing and control systems
• Replace worn or malfunctioning components

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the electrical industry (preventative maintenance) or electrical degree/certificate with 1 year of experience
• Valid Driver’s License

Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with internet-based programs
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and schematics
• Strong attention to detail and precise execution
• Experience with basic power tools
• Understanding of industrial safety practices, including LOTO
• Ability to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions
• Comfort working remotely with limited supervision
• Effective communication skills with managers, clients, and the public
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to follow written, oral, and diagram instructions
• Proficiency in operating manlifts, forklifts, and skid steers
• Ability to perform line locates, splice cables, TTR testing, and pad mount transformer swaps
• Experience with rigging and signaling to crane operators
• Accurate material management skills
• Ability to perform VLF and megger testing, infrared scanning, fault locating, bushing exchanges, and battery replacements
• Skill in creating concise reports related to testing
• Ability to implement LOTO and switching plans, and provide project planning
• Effective client interaction skills

Compensation

$22.00-$34.50/hourly, commensurate with experience. Per Diem provided in accordance with travel policy.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with performance reviews and merit increases
• Eligible for rotation back home based on business needs
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, including background check and drug testing.

Service Line: WZK-Wanzek Construction, Inc.