Field Service Technician III

About the Company At Electric Power Systems, we specialize in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing for a wide range of clients including Utility, Generation, Renewables, Industrial, Transit, Data Centers, and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to providing a culture of safety and technical expertise as a way of setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Field Technician III

The Field Technician III will inspect, test, and maintain high, medium, and low voltage electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with equipment such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and a variety of switches both manual and motor-operated. Technicians will implement safety policies and perform on-site safety briefings.

• Lead safety briefings on job site, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Perform high, medium, and low voltage testing of electrical power equipment as a crew leader.
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.
• Lead a safety culture and be responsible for other team members.
• Install, test, and maintain electrical apparatus.
• Understand the theory behind and reason for testing, with the ability to analyze results.
• Develop and write reports.

• Able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the following test equipment:
  • Power Factor
  • Ductor
  • Megger
  • CT ratio & saturation
  • Hi‑Pot
• Knowledge of the following equipment:
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage (LV/MV/HV)
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Motors
  • PTs & CCVTs

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, or Military experience preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• NETARI certified
• Industry certification programs preferred (e.g., Infrared, Corona, Oil Analysis, Manufacturer programs).

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift 70 lbs.

• Competitive pay
• Nashville Training Academy & comprehensive training resources
• Career path planning
• Incentives for professional certifications
• Competitive per diem
• Referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with company match

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Utilities

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws. EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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