Job Title: High Voltage/Medium Voltage (HV/MV) Technician
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Location: Illinois
Supplemental Pay:
Travel: 40%
ACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients’ needs. We have taken a no-frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world-class team, state of the art technology, and best-in-class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry’s benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.
ACT Power Services, a national Solar Power Operations & Maintenance Provider, is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious High Voltage/Medium Voltage (HV/MV) Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical systems, with expertise in the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of HV/MV electrical equipment and systems. This is a hands-on role that plays a critical part in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a solar power plant’s infrastructure.
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 following strict safety protocols.
- Comply with all 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.
Requirements
Required:
- 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 in using electrical test equipment (e.g., Multimeters, Megger, Doble, HiPot, TTR, etc.).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.
Preferred:
- Technical certificate or associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field.
- OSHA 30 certification and NFPA 70E training.
- NETA or equivalent testing certification is a plus.
- Experience with substation and transmission system maintenance.
- Certificate for medium voltage cable terminations and splices.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working in confined spaces, heights, and around energized equipment.
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE including arc flash suits.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Short-term and Long-term disability
- Critical illness
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Training and Development
- Legal and Identity Theft
- Company vehicle opportunities
- Pet Insurance
Act Power Services does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
