MV) - Illinois

ACT Power Services•Aurora, IL

5d•$45 - $55•Hybrid

About The Position

ACT Power Services, a national solar Operations & Maintenance provider, is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious High Voltage/Medium Voltage (HV/MV) Technician. This hands-on role supports the safe and efficient operation of solar power plant infrastructure through installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of HV/MV electrical equipment and systems, typically operating at 5kV–35kV and above. The role is hybrid and partly field-based; it is not assigned to ACT Power Services’ main office. Employees primarily work for or from customer sites where the company provides Operations & Maintenance services. Listed locations are preferred based on primary site assignment, but candidates from other locations may be considered. Travel to other sites across the United States may be required based on operational and business needs. The role requires approximately 40% travel and on-call availability during off-shift hours and weekends as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience working with HV/MV systems.
Knowledge of electrical theory, protective relaying, and power system operations.
Proficiency with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, Megger, Doble, HiPot, and TTR.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.
Ability to travel around 40% and work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends as needed.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures; personal protective equipment is required.
Ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8–10 hours a day.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Comfort working in confined spaces, at heights, and around energized equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate or associate degree in Electrical Technology or a related field.
OSHA 30 certification and NFPA 70E training.
NETA or equivalent testing certification.
Experience with substation and transmission system maintenance.
Certificate for medium-voltage cable terminations and splices.

Responsibilities

Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of HV/MV electrical systems, typically 5kV–35kV and above.
Conduct electrical testing of transformers, switchgear, breakers, relays, and protective devices.
Perform cable splicing and terminations in accordance with industry standards.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis.
Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, inspections, and test results.
Assist in energizing new or repaired systems while following strict safety protocols.
Comply with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards.
Support system upgrades, outages, and emergency repairs as needed.
Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure projects meet specifications and timelines.