Substation Technician

A Substation Technician performs repairs and maintenance on equipment at a power supply substation. You might also install new systems for power distribution or carry out inspections on existing networks. Substation Technicians might attend to faults or other problem issues affecting substation systems.

Substation Technicians should have excellent technical skills and good problem solving abilities. Analytical skills are important and you’ll need to be able to follow correct procedures during your work. Substation Technicians should be safety focused and able to work as part of a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a substation technician?

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$15,421
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