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FirstEnergy Corp.

Substation Planner

Akron, OH · On-site

Plan and schedule substation maintenance, construction, and capital projects to support system reliability and operational goals. * Provide reliable support to supervisors and foremen by coordinating ...

FirstEnergy

Substation Planner

Warren, OH · On-site

Plan and schedule substation maintenance, construction, and capital projects to support system reliability and operational goals. * Provide reliable support to supervisors and foremen by coordinating ...

FirstEnergy

Substation Planner

Toledo, OH · On-site

Plan and schedule substation maintenance, construction, and capital projects to support system reliability and operational goals. * Provide reliable support to supervisors and foremen by coordinating ...

FirstEnergy Corp.

Substation Planner

Warren, OH · On-site

Plan and schedule substation maintenance, construction, and capital projects to support system reliability and operational goals. * Provide reliable support to supervisors and foremen by coordinating ...

FirstEnergy Corp.

Substation Planner

Toledo, OH · On-site

Plan and schedule substation maintenance, construction, and capital projects to support system reliability and operational goals. * Provide reliable support to supervisors and foremen by coordinating ...

FirstEnergy

Substation Planner

Akron, OH · On-site

Plan and schedule substation maintenance, construction, and capital projects to support system reliability and operational goals. * Provide reliable support to supervisors and foremen by coordinating ...

DD Grid

Substation Technician

Troy, OH

Position Overview Substation Technicians are responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical substations and related equipment. This family of positions includes ...

DD Grid, LLC

Substation Technician

Dayton, OH · On-site

Position Overview Substation Technicians are responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical substations and related equipment. This family of positions includes ...

DD Grid, LLC

Wireman - Substation

Troy, OH · On-site

As one of the leading substation construction contractors we are currently seeking a Wireman for ... Must maintain a Medical Card certified by a DOT Medical Examiner or have the ability to obtain one ...

Rust Belt Recruiting

Substation Engineer

Independence, OH

$100K - $120K/yr

Substation Engineer Shift: Standard First Shift (Full-Time, Exempt) Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per ... Maintain advanced proficiency in drafting and calculation tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, SKM ...

Actalent

Substation Design Engineer

Moraine, OH

$73K - $100K/yr

Substation Design Engineer This on-site Substation Design Engineer role is based at a Dayton-area ... Maintain and optimize internal design standards, templates, and engineering databases to improve ...

ISG

Substation Physical Designer

North Olmsted, OH · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Substation Physical Designer Department: Power Employment Type: Full Time Location: North Olmsted ... Develop and maintain 3D models using Autodesk Inventor, SDS, and Autodesk Vault. * Coordinate ...

ISG

Substation Physical Designer

North Olmsted, OH

$75K - $100K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Substation Physical Designer with expertise in Autodesk Inventor, SDS ... Develop and maintain 3D models using Autodesk Inventor, SDS, and Autodesk Vault. * Coordinate ...

Vibehackers

Senior Designer - Substation

Toledo, OH · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Produce and maintain drawings using AutoCAD, ETAP, Revit, or other applicable design software ... Working knowledge of substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear) and utility ...

New

GFT.

Principal Substation Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$147K - $175K/yr

As a substation engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and ... Build, maintain, and manage the necessary skills, resources, and expertise to develop and deliver ...

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How much do substation maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for substation maintenance in Ohio is $38.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.06 and $42.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is substation maintenance?

A Substation Maintenance job involves inspecting, testing, repairing, and maintaining electrical substations to ensure reliable power distribution. Workers in this role handle equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgear, performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting faults. They follow safety protocols to minimize risks and often work in various weather conditions. Strong electrical knowledge and technical skills are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in substation maintenance?

Substation Maintenance professionals are responsible for inspecting, testing, and repairing electrical equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and protective relays within power substations. Their daily activities often include performing preventive maintenance, ensuring all safety protocols are followed, documenting inspection results, and responding to any reported faults or outages. They may work independently or as part of a small team, collaborating closely with engineers and system operators to ensure uninterrupted power delivery. This hands-on role often involves both indoor and outdoor work, sometimes requiring shift or on-call duties to address emergencies promptly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in substation maintenance, and why are they important?

To excel in Substation Maintenance, you should have a solid understanding of electrical systems, troubleshooting skills, and a background in electrical or power technology, often supported by a relevant technical diploma or certification. Familiarity with relay testing equipment, SCADA systems, and OSHA safety standards is typically required, along with certifications such as NETA or relevant journeyman licenses. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork skills are also valuable in this role. These skills ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in maintaining critical power infrastructure.

How hard is it to become a substation maintenance technician?

Becoming a substation maintenance technician typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with technical training or an apprenticeship in electrical systems. The job involves understanding complex electrical equipment, safety protocols, and often requires certifications such as OSHA or NFPA 70E; experience with tools and troubleshooting is also important.

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Infographic showing various Substation Maintenance job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,077 per year, or $38 per hour.

Supervisor Transmission & Substation Services

FirstEnergy Corp.

Akron, OH • On-site

$57K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 73 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description


FirstEnergy at a Glance
We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.
About the Opportunity
This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.
This position can be located in Any FE Location
This position will oversee the work of staff responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing FEU's use of protective relaying and controls testing programs (currently Doble's Relay Testing Software (RTS) and Doble Protection Suite), provide support to relay technicians utilizing the programs and FEU's adherence to NERC PRC-005 Maintenance requirements. This entails providing technical support and subject matter equipment expertise of electrical substation safety guidelines, maintenance practices and methods, utility industry standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Responsibilities include:
  • Supervising a team of employees responsible for Relay Testing System support
    • Ensuring consistent use of the relay test software across FEU
    • Developing, Testing, and Issuing Relay Test Routines
    • Providing field technical support for the relaying test software
    • Working with Asset Management & Records Control on relay test software key purchases and upgrades to the software
    • Supporting testing of new equipment and tools to improve field performance
    • Providing training to field personnel on the use of the relay test software
  • Supervising a team of employees responsible for providing technical oversight to FE regulatory compliance commitments, specifically NERC requirements PRC-005
    • Assisting field personnel with testing methods and documentation for protection systems outlined in NERC PRC-005, including relays, communications equipment, trip coils, DC systems, control circuitry, sensing devices, and Sudden Pressure Relays (SPRs)
    • Assisting field personnel with compliance documentation requirements
    • Reviewing and following up on maintenance orders programmatically flagged for equipment issues or incomplete documentation.
    • Coordinating with FE IT department on PRC-005 requirements related to protection system communication equipment
    • Providing ad-hoc training to new personnel on NERC compliance responsibilities
    • Performing substation asset field audits to verify asset inventories after construction project completion
    • Commissioning record review
    • Assisting with the preparation for compliance audits conducted by internal resources, consultants or regulator organizations
    • Conducting or reviewing Apparent or Root Cause analysis related to compliance issues
  • Assisting in the development or modification of FirstEnergy Substation Maintenance Practices
  • Participating in industry meetings to confirm FirstEnergy has a voice in direction of industry (i.e. Doble RTS user group or applicable relay forums like NATF and EPRI working groups)
  • Supporting FE storm restoration processes including performing assigned field storm roles during significant system disturbances
  • Creating an environment of accountability and a sense of urgency for meeting agreed-upon expectations/deadlines
  • Executing the performance management process by providing feedback and coaching on an ongoing basis throughout the year
  • Actively partnering with staff to assist them in creating priorities, developing goals, assessing progress, and providing meaningful feedback
  • Willingness to travel throughout the FirstEnergy system including periodic overnight stays
  • Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations/requirements

Qualifications include:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, Business Management, or Project Management plus four (4) years relevant experience. In lieu of a college degree, consideration will be given to applicants having an extensive multi-disciplined technical and operational background with eight (8) years relevant experience.
  • Relevant work experience includes, but is not limited to, any of the following: regulatory compliance, utility experience, substation maintenance, protective relay experience, system planning, database administration, data reporting, and data analysis
  • Management/leadership experience preferred.
  • Commitment to FirstEnergy's Safety Policies and the Accident Prevention Handbook
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy Corp.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills; Ability to effectively present complex subject matter to all levels of management and to outside stakeholders
  • Experience in leading projects, process/project development, planning/analysis, and performance reporting is desired.
  • Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships
  • Model active learning through continuing to develop breadth of knowledge, skills, and perspective
  • Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines; Coach others in effective decision making
  • Effective leadership skills, to communicate with and direct work of others, ensure safety and create productive and positive work results.
  • A working knowledge of electrical engineering, transmission substation equipment, transmission system protection and transmission system operations is preferred.
  • Understanding of FirstEnergy's Manual of Operations is preferred.
  • A general knowledge of regulatory requirements from both state and federal agencies that impact the design, maintenance and operations of transmission and distribution substations is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of electric utility operations and compliance is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of general compliance documentation and audit procedures as well as Regulatory audit processes is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Familiarity with either or all - Cascade / PowerBase / RTS / Energy Delivery Outage Application (EDOA) / SAP / PowerBI is preferred

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity
At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.
Safety
Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.
FirstEnergy takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. In addition, your actual base salary will depend on various factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience.
The estimated pay range for this role is $116,025- $163,800. The pay range for certain locations, including the state of New Jersey, include a 20% differential to account for an increased cost of living, making the pay range $139,230 - $196,560.
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