• Senior Substation Test Technician

    Qualus (Reno, NV)


    Position Overview

    **Power your future with Qualus** in our Field Engineering department as a Senior Substation Test Technician. As a Senior Substation Test Technician you will perform testing and maintenance of medium and high voltage circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical apparatus in utility substation environments.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform maintenance activities involving the operation of equipment in utility substations from 15-500kV, adhering to all safety measures.

    + Perform inspection, testing, and troubleshooting on medium and high voltage circuit breakers up to 500kV including megger, ductor, power factor, gas analysis, and timing tests.

    + Perform inspection, testing and troubleshooting of power transformers including TTR, power factor, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis, excitation, and winding resistance.

    + Perform testing on current transformers, CCVT’s, substation grounding systems, and station batteries.

    + Utilize and accurately read meters and test equipment.

    + Reads and interprets schematics and wiring drawings.

    + Troubleshoot circuit breaker and transformer controls.

    + Accurately document test results using Power DB.

    + Adhere to production timelines.

    + Mentor and help hold team members accountable for assigned tasks.

    Qualifications

    + High School/GED required with technical/vocational school background related to electrical/power required

    + 2-year technical school graduate or Bachelor’s degree from ABET accredited university

    + Minimum 3 years related experience in substations, power plants and related protection and control schemes. Protective relay experience preferred, but not required

    + Familiar with omicron and doble software preferred, not required.

    + Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

    + Ability to read company manuals and reports, workplace rules and procedures; speak with poise and confidence, using correct English

    + Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

    + Ability to communicate effectively in English (inclusive of reading and writing) due to the nature of safety-related materials, documentation, and interactions with clients.

     

    Benefits & Compensation

     

    Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

     

    The expected compensation range for this position is based upon several factors, including but not limited toeducation, qualifications, prior relevant work experience and work location.

     

    Company Overview

     

    Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

    EEO

    At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here.

     

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    **Job Locations** _US-NV-Reno_

    **ID** _2025-4675_

    **Category** _Field Services_

    **Position Type** _Regular Full Time_

    **Remote:** _No_

    **Salary Range** _$45.00 - $75.00/hr_