Zürich Oerlikon
Electrician Substations
- 12 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- 8050 Zürich Oerlikon
About the job
ewz has been dynamic and visionary every day for over 130 years. Whether sustainable energy production, smart energy solutions or innovative networking technology: Develop with us today what will be important tomorrow.
This is where you put your energy to use
- Together with the team, you ensure the operational readiness of our high and low voltage systems.
- Various maintenance tasks such as inspections, servicing and repairs in the electrical field, as well as switching operations on electrical systems, are part of your duties.
- You are at the forefront when it comes to troubleshooting faults in the systems.
- In our medium and high voltage systems, you are responsible as the person in charge for the correct preparation and execution of work orders.
- Periodic on-call duty in Zurich is no problem for you.
What you bring with you
- You have a basic training as an electrician, assembly electrician or an equivalent qualification.
- You have an interest in high voltage systems and are characterised by your willingness to learn.
- Teamwork is important to you. You are communicative, reliable and solution-oriented.
- First professional experience in utility companies or industrial plants is a plus.
- You speak fluent German, are not deterred by working on a PC and hold a category B driving licence.
Diversity enriches and moves us forward. We welcome applicants from different cultures, generations, with different values and attitudes and are committed to equal opportunities for all genders and sexual orientations.
Your workplace
Tramstrasse 35
8050 Zurich
For personnel service providers
We do not accept dossiers from personnel service providers for this position.
You have earned this
More energy for your life:
Through mobile working, flexible working models and part-time options, you can actively shape your working hours and arrange them in a way that best suits your life. For example, you can buy up to 2 weeks of additional holiday and work part-time at all levels. Job sharing/splitting and unpaid leave are also naturally possible with us.
An investment in your future:
We not only place importance on paying fair and transparent salaries, but also ensure that you keep more of your salary. We cover 60% of the savings contributions and additionally offer an above-obligatory interest rate on the accumulated capital.
Travel sustainably and at a discount:
With the mobility contribution of up to 600 francs per year, you travel cheaply and sustainably – whether you want to cycle through Zurich or explore Switzerland by train.
An energy boost for your leisure time:
We pay 100 francs monthly onto your lunch check card. In addition, you benefit annually from further fringe benefits worth 150 francs and attractive mobile phone subscriptions.
Meaningful work:
Sustainability and meaningful work are not just words for us: Help shape Zurich and the future with us. Release energy together with us for a better tomorrow.
Full power for the family:
With our 16 weeks maternity and 4 weeks paternity leave, you get an additional energy boost for family time. Of course, you also have the option to reduce your workload.
This is how we get to know each other
Application
Virtual initial interview
Taster day
Personal second interview
Final decision
Do you have questions about the application process or the position? Contact us
Gino Keller
Head of HR Talent Acquisition
Phone number
+41 58 319 44 38
Jaël Birchler
Head of Substation Services
Phone number
+41 58 319 46 01