Line Worker​/Substation Technician

Position Details:
Line Worker/Substation Technician

Location: TRAVERSE CITY, MI

Openings: 1

Wage Range: $106,849 - $118,601

Description:

Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP) is a municipally owned electric and telecom utility serving approximately 13,000 electric and 3,000 fiber customers. With a team of 55 dedicated employees, TCLP is committed to delivering reliable, innovative, and community-focused services to the residents and businesses of Traverse City.

TCLP is seeking a Line Worker/Substation Technician to perform specialized testing, maintenance, and inspection of high-voltage electric substation systems, including equipment operating at voltages up to 138 kV. This role involves advanced troubleshooting, system upgrades, and overseeing contractors to ensure project success. The individual is expected to maintain a thorough understanding of modern substation protection and control devices, transmission and distribution facilities, and applicable regulatory standards.

This position will also be expected to perform the duties of a Journeyman Line Worker as needed/directed.

• Be part of a mission-driven organization that directly impacts the Traverse City community.
• Enjoy a collaborative, supportive work culture with a strong focus on employee well-being.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including health insurance, 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance, 10% employer contribution to a 457 deferred compensation retirement plan, and a 7% contribution to a defined contribution retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Hourly Rate is $51.37 - $57.02, dependent on education and experience.

Submission deadline: Open until filled.

Employees shall maintain a permanent and bona fide residence in a location that allows for a response time to the Service Center within no more than 60 minutes under normal driving circumstances within 6 months of employment.

A diverse team makes a strong team. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable workforce that mirrors the community and world that we serve. TCL&P encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.

Supervised By
:
Director of Electric Engineering & Operations
Supervises: None
Status: Union
Non-Exempt

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Perform advanced electrical maintenance, construction, and testing of substation equipment, including transformers, relays, circuit breakers, switches, and SCADA systems operating at voltages up to 138 kV.
• Lead contractor oversight, ensuring compliance with scope, safety standards, and technical specifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis of substation equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform comprehensive substation inspections, data collection, and reporting for system optimization.
• Review and update substation, distribution, and transmission system schematics, maps, and records.
• Perform inspections of distribution and transmission systems, including vegetation management assessments, to mitigate potential hazards.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to junior staff and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with NERC/FERC, OSHA, and NFPA 70E standards.
• Identify and implement energy-efficient measures and grid modernization initiatives.
• Perform Journeyman Line Worker duties on energized and de-energized lines as outlined in the Line Worker “A” job description as needed or directed. This may include, but not limited to, emergency work or assigned work to ensure Journeyman Line Worker skills are maintained.
• Assist in hazard recognition.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with customers, employees, project contractors, and representatives of other governmental…