Journeyman Substation Technician

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Journeyman Substation Technician at Trico Electric Cooperative!

Posting Period : Tuesday October 28th – Until filled

Hourly Wage : $54.15 - $57.00

Hours worked beyond the normal schedule will be paid at 1.75 times the regular rate. Trico has a partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) 1116. This partnership aims to ensure fair wages and working conditions for all involved.

Cooperative Expectations

We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful work. Just as we strive to provide 5-star customer service to our members, we also hold ourselves to the highest standards in how we work and support one another.

What You Will Do :

Are you ready to be part of a team that powers communities and drives innovation? At Trico Electric Cooperative, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Journeyman Substation Technician to help ensure the safe and efficient operation of our electrical infrastructure. In this role, you will serve as a technical expert responsible for maintaining and repairing high-voltage substation equipment, inspecting transformers, and troubleshooting SCADA systems. You will play a vital part in keeping power flowing reliably to the communities we serve, while working alongside a team that values safety, precision, and forward-thinking solutions.

What You Bring to Trico :

• A high school diploma or equivalent with the completion of a formal Journeyman Apprenticeship Program or minimum of 5 year’s work experience as a Substation Technician or in an acceptable technical field.
• Valid Driver’s License and the ability to acquire a DOT Medical Card
• Must be able to read, understand and draw electrical schematics (one-line and three-line diagrams).
• Knowledge of system map books, and electric distribution system layout, system substation capacities and load areas, substation circuit feeds and general system sectionalizing.
• Previous experience working with energized substations
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work overtime hours as needed, including on-call

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Additional Job Information

Why work at Trico

Trico Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit, distribution cooperative headquartered in Marana, Arizona. We service more than 55,000 Members in rural areas surrounding the City of Tucson across three counties in southern Arizona. Trico is dedicated to making a difference in the communities we serve by providing our Members cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. In our pursuit of excellence, Trico seeks innovative ways to enhance utility services, ensuring they align with the dynamic needs of our communities. We understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve and are dedicated to exploring cutting-edge solutions that redefine the provision of critical resources. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated employees of our company who demonstrate Trico’s Core Values of : Service, Dependability, Innovation, and Integrity.

What We Offer

Trico’s success is rooted in our employees’ talent, well-being, health, and safety. As an electric cooperative and utility, our role in the community is vital, and we recognize the value of a high-achieving and diverse workforce to serve our Members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits :

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Trico Electric Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Drug / Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, Members, and the communities we serve, Trico is committed to maintaining a drug / alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, Trico considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug / alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug / alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Trico does not sponsor employment-related visas.