Field Service Technician III
Listed on 2025-12-21
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Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician
RMS Energy Co., LLC
is a nationwide provider of turn-key services to the power industry. From routine maintenance, inspection, and repairs to equipment design, engineering, and installation, RMS Energy offers a variety of solutions to fit the power-related needs of our customers. For more information about RMS Energy, please visit
To help facilitate our expanding business, RMS Energy is currently seeking a Field Service Technician III
to join our dynamic and fast-growing team.
Our Field Service Technician III's role is to independently lead and perform advanced testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance of low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems and components, including circuit breakers, transformers, switch gear, relays, and protection/control equipment. This position requires deep technical expertise, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to interpret data, resolve complex field issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
Preferred
Location:
Central Florida or nearby states.
Responsibilities:
- Test and maintain LV to HV systems (480V–600kV): switch gear, breakers (air, SF6, vacuum), cables, relays, motor controls, and transformers.
- Test relays (electromechanical, solid-state, microprocessor) and verify protection logic.
- Support upgrades, retrofits, and commissioning: wiring, testing, relay setup.
- Lead crews by working hands-on and managing daily tasks, safety, and job scope.
- Submit daily JSAs, tailboards, and service tickets using RMS reporting tools.
- Operate test gear, analyze results, and identify system issues or failures.
- Follow complex schematics, one-lines, and wiring diagrams with precision.
- Prepare/review test reports, service logs, and commissioning docs.
- Coordinate with engineers, PMs, and clients to resolve site issues.
- Enforce safety: PPE, LOTO, OSHA, NFPA, and RMS standards.
- Maintain tools and job-site inventory; report any issues.
- Mentor Tech I & II; assist with training and onboarding.
- Drive RMS vehicles safely and follow all policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Electrical Tech, Power Systems, or related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of field experience testing, maintaining, and commissioning power systems up to 500kV; related experience considered.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- NETA Level II preferred; journeyman or similar credentials also accepted.
- Skilled in troubleshooting complex electrical issues using advanced test sets.
- Experienced with Doble, TTR, VLF, Power Factor, DC Hi-Pot, and curve testing.
- Deep understanding of P&C schemes (feeder, transformer, bus, breaker failure).
- Can read and apply schematics, wiring diagrams, and spec sheets.
- Familiar with Power
DB or similar reporting software. - Able to lead crews, manage tasks on-site, and mentor junior techs.
- Follows all safety protocols (OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO, RMS policies).
- Clear communicator for reports, customer updates, and technical guidance.
- Physically fit for lifting (up to 50 lbs.), ladders, confined spaces, and varied conditions.
- Strong customer service skills; able to explain technical info clearly.
- Well-organized with solid time management and decision-making skills.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests and a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Must be willing to travel; minimum 75%.
- Must be able to drive daily to customer job sites and be available for periodic overnight travel.
- Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights.
- Must be able to crawl, climb, stand and lift up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Valid and current driver's license with a clean driving record.
- TWIC card a plus.
- Competitive compensation.
- Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits at the start of the month following hire date.
- RMS Energy offers a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match for both traditional and Roth contributions, along with free investment consultation.
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Educational Assistance Program, to…
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