High Voltage Electrical Maintenance Technician
ATI · Brackenridge, PA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at ATI (metals) in Brackenridge, PA. Perform high-voltage switching, tagging, grounding, isolating, and restoration of circuits and equipment per procedures and safety protocols.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $55k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 130 maintenance technician openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 140 other live reliability postings in Pennsylvania.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)
Typical $75k–$116k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 52%
- PLC 35%
- Welding 29%
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This plant: ATI in Brackenridge
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Responsibilities
- ◆Perform high-voltage switching, tagging, grounding, isolating, and restoration of circuits and equipment per procedures and safety protocols.
- ◆Interpret and follow electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and switching orders.
- ◆Coordinate switching operations with utility control centers, plant operations, and other switchmen.
- ◆Write, review, and execute switching orders.
- ◆Install and verify proper placement of grounds, lockout/tagout devices, and safety equipment.
- ◆Conduct walk-downs and inspections of substations, switchyards, and associated electrical infrastructure.
- ◆Monitor electrical loads, equipment status, and alarms; respond to abnormal conditions.
- ◆Participate in routine and emergency switching operations, including scheduled maintenance and fault isolation.
- ◆Document work activity, switching steps, and equipment status using logs or computerized systems.
- ◆Support troubleshooting and repair efforts with electricians and supervisory personnel.
- ◆Participate in training, safety meetings, and periodic certification updates.
Education and Experience
- ✓High school diploma or GED required.
- ✓3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
Requirements
- ✓Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or formal switchman training preferred.
- ✓Minimum 3–5 years of experience with high-voltage electrical systems, switching operations, or substation maintenance.
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Summary
The High Voltage Switchman is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, switching, isolation, and restoration of high-voltage electrical equipment (typically 600V to 25kV) in substations, switchyards, and general utility systems. This position ensures system reliability, adheres to strict safety protocols, and may coordinate switching operations with various departments and operations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- •Working knowledge of high-voltage power systems, substations, transformers, breakers, and associated controls.
- •Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
- •Proficiency in proper lockout/tagout and electrical safety protocols (OSHA, NFPA 70E).
- •Skilled in risk assessment and situational awareness during live system operations.
- •Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing, squatting, kneeling, and lifting as required for accessing and working on electrical equipment.
- •Effective communication skills (verbal and written); able to coordinate across departments.
- •Strong attention to detail and adherence to standardized procedures.
Working Conditions
- •Work performed in substations, switchyards, industrial plants, or outdoor environments.
- •May require climbing ladders, entering confined spaces, and working in elevated areas.
- •Exposure to electrical hazards, extreme temperatures, noise, and inclement weather.
- •May be required to work nights, weekends, rotating shifts, and respond to emergencies.
We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.
- •It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.