Senior Field Technician, Substation Testing · Chicago / Upper Midwest

Gables Search Group

Chicago, IL
3 days ago

$30–$75 Per Hour

Highlights

Location: Home-based near Chicago or Springfield IL, or Madison or Green Bay WI · Type: Full-time · Pay: $30–$75/hr DOE + overtime + per diem · Travel: up to 100%. This traveling field role tests and maintains high-voltage substation equipment for utility and industrial customers across the Midwest.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Chicago, IL
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$30–$75 Per Hour
Company Size	50 to 99 employees
Year Founded	2002
Website	https://www.gablessearch.com/

Description

Location: Home-based near Chicago or Springfield IL, or Madison or Green Bay WI · Type: Full-time · Pay: $30–$75/hr DOE + overtime + per diem · Travel: up to 100%

This traveling field role tests and maintains high-voltage substation equipment for utility and industrial customers across the Midwest.

What you'll do

• Test, troubleshoot and commission LV through HV systems, up to 765 kV.

• Test switchgear and breakers, including SF6 gas breakers and GIS.

• Inspect, test and repair transformers, from small units up to large power transformers.

• Run power factor and other HV test sets (Doble M4000 class or similar), and test cable installations.

• Commission and troubleshoot control and transfer schemes.

What you bring

• Hands-on substation experience (69–345 kV) with relays, breakers, transformers and controls.

• NETA Level II–IV preferred. Strong uncertified techs will be considered.

• Military power-production training (Army Prime Power, USAF EPP, Navy) is a plus.

• Willingness to travel up to 100% with per diem.

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Pay & benefits: $30–$75/hr plus overtime and daily per diem when traveling. Full benefits and 401(k) match.

About Company

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.