High Voltage Substation/Transmission Technician Lead

Opportunity Summary

The High Voltage Substation/Transmission Technician Lead is responsible for conducting routine inspections of high-voltage transmission lines, towers, and associated equipment to identify signs of wear, damage, or corrosion, followed by performing preventative maintenance tasks to forestall outages and maintain system integrity. In emergency situations, prompt coordination with NYPA and external contractors ensures the safe repair or replacement of damaged components, while collaboration with technicians and field crews aids in restoration efforts. Additionally, supervision of testing and troubleshooting involves overseeing the use of specialized equipment.

Primary Functions

• Line Inspection and Maintenance - Conduct routine inspections of high-voltage transmission lines, towers, and associated equipment to identify wear, damage, corrosion, or other defects. Perform preventative maintenance activities to maintain system integrity and reduce the risk of outages.
• Emergency Response and Repair Coordination - Coordinate and supervise emergency response efforts with internal teams and external contractors during system disturbances, including storm damage and equipment failures. Oversee repair or replacement of critical components such as conductors, insulators, and line hardware, ensuring timely system restoration and coordination with field crews.
• Testing, Troubleshooting, and System Oversight - Supervise the use of specialized testing and diagnostic equipment to evaluate transmission line performance and system health. Oversee fault analysis, including short circuit and insulation diagnostics, and ensure proper calibration and operation of protective relays and associated control devices.
• Vegetation and Right-of-Way Management - Coordinate vegetation management activities with internal teams and contractors to maintain required right-of-way (ROW) clearances. Oversee inspection and mitigation of vegetation encroachment to ensure safe and reliable transmission corridor operation.
• Documentation, Reporting, and Safety Compliance - Ensure accurate documentation of inspections, maintenance activities, and system conditions within asset management systems. Oversee incident and near-miss reporting while ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and proper PPE usage. Support safety training participation and enforcement of field safety standards.
• Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Optimization - Collaborate with maintenance teams and stakeholders to develop, optimize, and adjust maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maximize system availability. Ensure effective execution of planned and corrective maintenance activities.
• Budgeting and Cost Control - Monitor maintenance expenditures for high-voltage transmission and substation operations, ensuring adherence to approved budgets. Identify cost optimization opportunities and support development of annual maintenance budgets through data analysis, equipment needs forecasting, and lifecycle cost insights.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Climbing stairs and fixed ladders within substations and transition stations.
• Working from elevated platforms, cable structures, and access ways at varying heights.
• Routine lifting of tools, equipment, and components up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, confined spaces, noise, and industrial hazards including energized electrical equipment and oil-filled systems.
• Proximity to energized equipment, including transformers, shunt reactors, and underground transmission systems, with strict adherence to electrical safety and switching procedures.
• Exposure to confined spaces and noise.
• Exposure to industrial hazards including energized electrical equipment and oil-filled systems.
• Exposure to confined spaces and noise.
• Exposure to industrial hazards including energized electrical equipment and oil-filled systems.
• Exposure to industrial hazards including energized electrical equipment and oil-filled systems.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants. NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.