High Voltage Electrician Jobs
High Voltage Electrician jobs are open from apprentice to master electrician level across utilities, construction, and industrial manufacturing, with specializations in substation maintenance, transmission line work, and switchgear installation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Pay: $29/hr - $32/hr depending on experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 7am - 3pm
Job Location: 1501 Industrial Blvd, Mainland, PA
REQUIRED SKILLS: High Voltage Experience, minimum 2 years. (480volt)
Basic Job Functions:
Applies electrical/electronic theory, personal experience, and related knowledge to support facility and production requirements. Responsible for installing, monitoring, and maintaining the plants power distribution system. Responsible to build, test, troubleshoot, repair and/or modify electronic/electrical controls. Required to assist mechanics in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.
Essential Functions of the Job:
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Use deductive reasoning to understand problems, determine cause and affect repairs.
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Must be familiar with and able to troubleshoot 110/208-volt Single phase; 208–460volt 3 phase. Prefer DC voltage experience.
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Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls for facility and production equipment.
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Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment used in the plant.
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Read, comprehend, and interpret electrical and mechanical prints, operating manuals, parts lists, and specifications.
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Communicate with mechanics and non-technical people to determine and resolve issues.
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Make standard computations relating to load and sizing requirements for wiring electrical equipment.
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Make required repairs in a timely and cost-effective manner.
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Order repair parts, as needed, and recommend changes to the inventory of spare parts and special tool inventory.
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Conduct and document calibrations performed on assigned equipment.
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Follow all applicable SOP’s and cGMP’s, safety guidelines, published regulations and appropriate codes.
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Work closely with the engineering group to control and document all changes.
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Support and participate in engineering projects.
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Work as directed on special projects and assignments dictated by customer and/or schedule requirements.
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Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements of the Job:
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Possess high school diploma.
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Able to read, understand and interpret electrical and mechanical prints, operating manuals, parts lists, and specifications.
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Able to read and modify blueprints.
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Able to understand thoroughly the proper use of hand tools and special diagnostic equipment.
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Possess own hand tools as required.
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Possess experience in equipment/facility electrical maintenance.
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Able to speak, read and write English.
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Able to work independently and follow directions.
Physical Requirements:
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Able to walk/stand on concrete floors for 80 – 90% of day.
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Able to bend/stoop repeatedly.
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Able to climb step stools and maintain balance.
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Able to lift/carry and push/pull items up to 50 pounds.
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Able to hear phones ring, alarms sound through ambient noise and everyday conversation.
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Possess peripheral vision.
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Able to work safely at various heights.
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Possess the dexterity and strength to use hand tools and shop equipment.
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Ability to work Overtime or extended shifts as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Education and/or Experience: Must have a high school diploma or GED. Electrical drawings in AutoCAD experience is required. Must have PLC experience and knowledge of National Electrical Codes (NEC). Must be able to comprehend electrical calculations, possess mechanical aptitude, use a computer, and work with pharmaceutical or health care equipment.
Pay: $29/hr - $32/hr depending on experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 7am - 3pm
Job Location: 1501 Industrial Blvd, Mainland, PA
REQUIRED SKILLS: High Voltage Experience, minimum 2 years. (480volt)
Basic Job Functions:
Applies electrical/electronic theory, personal experience, and related knowledge to support facility and production requirements. Responsible for installing, monitoring, and maintaining the plants power distribution system. Responsible to build, test, troubleshoot, repair and/or modify electronic/electrical controls. Required to assist mechanics in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.
Essential Functions of the Job:
-
Use deductive reasoning to understand problems, determine cause and affect repairs.
-
Must be familiar with and able to troubleshoot 110/208-volt Single phase; 208–460volt 3 phase. Prefer DC voltage experience.
-
Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls for facility and production equipment.
-
Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment used in the plant.
-
Read, comprehend, and interpret electrical and mechanical prints, operating manuals, parts lists, and specifications.
-
Communicate with mechanics and non-technical people to determine and resolve issues.
-
Make standard computations relating to load and sizing requirements for wiring electrical equipment.
-
Make required repairs in a timely and cost-effective manner.
-
Order repair parts, as needed, and recommend changes to the inventory of spare parts and special tool inventory.
-
Conduct and document calibrations performed on assigned equipment.
-
Follow all applicable SOP’s and cGMP’s, safety guidelines, published regulations and appropriate codes.
-
Work closely with the engineering group to control and document all changes.
-
Support and participate in engineering projects.
-
Work as directed on special projects and assignments dictated by customer and/or schedule requirements.
-
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements of the Job:
-
Possess high school diploma.
-
Able to read, understand and interpret electrical and mechanical prints, operating manuals, parts lists, and specifications.
-
Able to read and modify blueprints.
-
Able to understand thoroughly the proper use of hand tools and special diagnostic equipment.
-
Possess own hand tools as required.
-
Possess experience in equipment/facility electrical maintenance.
-
Able to speak, read and write English.
-
Able to work independently and follow directions.
Physical Requirements:
-
Able to walk/stand on concrete floors for 80 – 90% of day.
-
Able to bend/stoop repeatedly.
-
Able to climb step stools and maintain balance.
-
Able to lift/carry and push/pull items up to 50 pounds.
-
Able to hear phones ring, alarms sound through ambient noise and everyday conversation.
-
Possess peripheral vision.
-
Able to work safely at various heights.
-
Possess the dexterity and strength to use hand tools and shop equipment.
-
Ability to work Overtime or extended shifts as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Education and/or Experience: Must have a high school diploma or GED. Electrical drawings in AutoCAD experience is required. Must have PLC experience and knowledge of National Electrical Codes (NEC). Must be able to comprehend electrical calculations, possess mechanical aptitude, use a computer, and work with pharmaceutical or health care equipment.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Investment & Asset Management
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in high voltage electrician jobs.
- Journeyman or master electrician license in the applicable state
- Experience working on systems at or above 15kV
- NFPA 70E arc flash safety training and compliance knowledge
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Ability to read and interpret single-line and three-line electrical diagrams
- Experience with lockout/tagout and other high voltage safety procedures
Tips for Your High Voltage Electrician Job Search
List every relevant certification you hold
High voltage work requires specific credentials that hiring managers scan for first. Include your journeyman or master electrician license, OSHA 10 or 30, NFPA 70E arc flash safety, and any state-specific high voltage certifications. License numbers and issuing states matter here.
Quantify the voltage levels you have worked
Many postings specify a minimum voltage threshold, often 15kV, 69kV, or above. Your resume should state the highest voltage systems you have worked on and the contexts, whether substation, transmission, or industrial, so screeners can match you to the right tier.
Target postings by equipment type, not just title
Employers often write postings around specific equipment like switchgear, transformers, or circuit breakers rather than a generic title. Search by the equipment names you know best alongside 'electrician' to surface openings that standard title searches miss.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists high voltage electrician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a hands-on skills demonstration
Many employers include a practical test before or alongside a formal interview, covering lockout/tagout procedures, PPE selection for arc flash hazards, or reading single-line diagrams. Reviewing these procedures out loud before your interview sharpens recall under pressure.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
High voltage roles frequently run rotating shifts, nights, or on-call schedules. During offer discussions, ask specifically about how differential pay is structured for nights and emergency callouts, since that component can meaningfully change your total compensation.
High Voltage Electrician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most high voltage electricians?
US Western Area Power Administration, CBRE, and Chugach Government Solutions are hiring the most high voltage electricians right now, with openings concentrated in Arizona, Maryland, and Nevada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utility companies, electrical contractors serving large industrial facilities, and transmission infrastructure firms tend to post the most volume consistently.
How many high voltage electrician jobs are remote?
About 0% of high voltage electrician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most work in this field. The roles most likely to allow remote flexibility are project management, estimating, and engineering support positions that sit adjacent to field work rather than requiring direct system contact.
How do you become a high voltage electrician?
You typically start by completing a licensed electrician apprenticeship through a union or trade school program, which covers foundational electrical theory and job-site safety. After earning a journeyman license, you pursue on-the-job experience specifically in medium or high voltage environments, then obtain additional credentials like NFPA 70E certification and, where required, a state high voltage endorsement.
Can you get a high voltage electrician job with little experience?
Some employers will hire candidates with a journeyman license and general electrical experience into entry-level high voltage roles, particularly at utilities or large contractors that run internal training programs. Emphasizing your OSHA certifications, your comfort with safety procedures, and any exposure to commercial or industrial three-phase systems strengthens your case when direct high voltage hours are limited.
What does the high voltage electrician interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your license status, voltage experience, and familiarity with safety standards like NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout. A technical interview or written assessment follows, often covering single-line diagram reading and equipment-specific knowledge. Some employers then require a practical demonstration on-site before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to high voltage electrician jobs?
You can find and apply to high voltage electrician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and credentials, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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