Field Service Specialist NOVA/DMV
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Title:
Field Service Technician
Reports To:
Region Operations Manageror Field Service Supervisor
FLSA Status:
Hourly, Non-Exempt, Full-Time
Job Summary:
Performs electrical apparatus work onsite atcustomersfacilities. This includes electrical testing, preventative maintenance, commissioning, upgrades, and repairs to electrical apparatus.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assistin the execution of mechanical and electrical tasks on equipmentutilizedinpowertransmission,distribution, andgenerationat customer facilities.
Read and interpret manuals, schematics,andwritingdiagrams to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems.
Troubleshoot, repair, replace,and clean all components in a substation.
Ability toassistin the following tests:
Transformer Testing – Power factor, TTR,insulation resistance, SFRA, winding resistance,partial discharge,and leakage reactance.
Cable Testing – Insulation resistance,tandelta,hipot, TDR,partial discharge,and cable thumper
Circuit Breaker Testing – Insulation resistance, contact resistance,power factor, breaker timing, SF6 gas analysis, CT testing, high current testing, secondary injection testing,and vacuum bottle integrity testing.
Participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment.
Participates insafety meetings and training.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list; other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Familiarize with industry standards such as NETA, NFPA 70E, OSHA compliance standards, safety laws, and DOT regulations.
Ability toassistincomplex mechanical and electrical problems.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Must have strong PC skills including email, internet, data entry, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to multitask, prioritize,and work well under pressure to meet goals and deadlines.
Doble DTAF and Power DB knowledge is preferred,training will be provided.
Hasdemonstratedthe ability to be consistently on time for daily work assignments, meetings, training, etc.
Demonstrates organizational skills to include ontimereporting of time and expenses, weekly status reports,and any other documentation and reporting requirements.
Demonstrates the responsibilityrequiredto keep tools, test equipment,and vehicles in clean and organizedconditionand up to date with service and calibrations.
Work Environment:
Must be willing torelocatewithin 60 milesof the hiring regional office.
Corporate business hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm, but depending on the scope ofworkshours outside ofbusiness hours will be required.
Work in close, but safe, proximity to live electrical substations.
Must be able to work overtime including nights, weekends, and some holidays.
Must be able to travel on overnight, multi-day, out-of-town projects.
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
Education and
Work Experience:
Requires a High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, or Military experience is preferred but not required.
Experience in electrical substation testing, construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, assembly,and commissioning is preferred, but not required.
This role is considered an introductory positiontothe industry. Other usefulexperiencewould include butisnot limited to a mechanical aptitude and an attitude ripe for learning.
Other Requirements:
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check and motor vehicle check.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, as well as periodic, unannounced random testing.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to obtain an endorsement tooperatea combined vehicle weight up to 26k lbs.
Must be able to lift…
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