Substation Technician Intern - Summer

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Norfolk, NE, US,

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Substation Technician Intern - Summer 2027 located at Norfolk Operations Center in Norfolk, Nebraska. Position closes October 31 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

This position will report to the Substation Supervisor.

The Internship's function is to learn and mentor from experienced substation technicians in the field for a period of time from early/mid-May to mid-August 2025. Incumbent must have successfully completed their freshman year of school with an accredited institution majoring in Electro-Mechanical Technology or Electrical Construction and Control. The Incumbent will perform effective substation maintenance, testing and operation activities required for "safely keeping the lights on" for the assigned area.

Responsibilities include installation, checkout, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and operation of electrical equipment, frequent travel, occasional overnight stays, and responding to emergencies.

Incumbent will be required to complete a background check, physical, and drug screen prior to starting with the District.

Incumbent must live within 30 minutes of your reporting office in accordance with OG-T&D-GU-029, Off-Duty Response Time Guidelines.

Incumbent will be required to report wearing safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 specifications.

Incumbent must have successfully completed their freshman year of college in the Electro-Mechanical Technology or Electrical Construction and Control program at Northeast Community College and must be required to complete an internship as part of the program curriculum.

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Complete new installations, modifications, troubleshooting, preventative/ predictive maintenance and repair of electrical/mechanical equipment up to 345 kV.

Follow and adhere to all policies and procedures to ensure the work is completed correctly and safely.

Safely plan, organize and perform both emergent and scheduled work.

Utilize work management processes.

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Pay Grade - 99 Hourly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $25.54/hour

Travel Required:

25% to 50% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical,training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are
1) a United States citizen…