Field Service Technician II​/III​/IV (NETAII​/III​/IV or Equivalent Experience

Electrical Field Service Technician

We are actively hiring Field Service Technicians (Level II–IV) specializing in electrical power systems testing. This role supports acceptance and maintenance testing of medium- and high-voltage equipment across utility, industrial, and data center environments.

This posting is structured to support NETA-certified technicians and NICET EPT-certified professionals operating at equivalent levels.

We are targeting:

• NETA II
• NETA III
• NETA IV

Candidates without NETA may qualify if they meet the following:

• Demonstrated field experience aligned to NETA scope
• Ability to sit for and pass the equivalent NETA exam within a defined timeframe

Typical alignment:

• NICET EPT II → NETA II equivalent
• NICET EPT III → NETA III equivalent
• NICET EPT IV → NETA IV equivalent

This is a key screening lever for recruiters, if unsure, default to: "Can this candidate realistically pass the corresponding NETA level exam within 6–12 months?"

Core hiring markets (NETA or equivalent):

• Raleigh, NC
• Dallas, TX
• Phoenix, AZ

Compensation (anchor for recruiters):

• NETA Level II (or ~2–4 yrs experience): $35 – $60/hour
• NETA Level III (or ~5–8 yrs experience): $65 – $75/hour
• NETA Level IV (Senior / SME / Lead): $75 – $85+/hour

Additional comp notes:

• Typical per diem: ~$127/day (based on General Services Administration guidelines)
• Most clients provide:
• Company card OR reimbursed expenses
• Travel coverage (lodging, flights, rental)

What they'll be doing:

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing per NETA standards
• Test and troubleshoot: switch gear (LV/MV), transformers, breakers, relays / protection systems
• Execute LOTO and safety procedures (NFPA 70E)
• Analyze test results and identify deficiencies
• Generate field reports and documentation
• Support or lead field teams depending on level

Leadership expectations by level:

• Level II:
  Executes testing with supervision
• Level III:
  Leads small crews, owns portions of projects
• Level IV: SME / Lead Tech, client-facing, project ownership

Must-have qualifications:

• 2–8+ years of electrical testing experience (level dependent)
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems
• Familiarity with: NETA standards, NFPA 70E
• Ability to travel (~50%)
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:

• NETA Certification (II–IV)
• OR NICET EPT Certification (II–IV)
• OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid, PowerDB

What "good" looks like (for recruiters):

• Hands-on testing experience (not just electrical maintenance)
• Exposure to medium/high voltage systems
• Experience with test equipment (Megger, Doble, Omicron, etc.)
• Ability to explain testing procedures and results

Screening shortcut (use this):

If they struggle here → likely not a fit.

Travel & work conditions:

• Up to 50% travel (varies by project)
• Overtime available depending on project scope
• Field-based work (industrial, utility, data centers)