Field Services Technician

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. Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. Services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects.

Job Title:

Field Service Technician

Job Location:

7001 East Fish Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN 55311

The Technician I will perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start-ups of high voltage substations. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee job knowledge and abilities.

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switch gear, including but not limited to:
• • Protective relays and relaying systems
  • Circuit breakers
  • Power transformers
  • Current and potential transformers
  • Meters, transducers, and power system metering
  • Power Cables
  • Grounding Systems
  • Motors and Motor Starter
  • Station Batteries and Chargers
  • Alarm Systems and Annunciator
• Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis; make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs
• Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended
• Represent the company in a professional manner when communicating and interfacing with clients
• Communicate effectively with management on project status and scheduling of manpower and equipment
• Make safety a top priority with adherence to company zero-tolerance policy
• Other duties as required

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent is required. Technician experience in the high voltage industry will be accepted in lieu of degree. Minimum 2+ years of experience in the high voltage industry is preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of The Power Triangle
• Understanding of one-line, three-line, AC/DC schemes, and connection diagrams
• Solid understanding of current transformer and potential transformer purposes
• Ability to perform basic current transformer tests
• Fundamentals of AC & DC
• Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards
• Basic knowledge of metering configurations and connections
• Knowledge of Vacuum vs. Air Circuit Breakers
• Understanding of oil circuit breakers and gas circuit breakers
• Knowledge of PT, CCVT, and CT basics
• Major components of a power transformer
• Basic knowledge of motor ratings and motor testing for rotating machinery
• Knowledge of capacitor banks and capacitor types
• Electrical components, devices, and symbols
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Understanding of protective relay types
• Primary and secondary phasing concepts
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work safely in hazardous high voltage environments
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a TWIC card
• Must pass pre-employment Drug, Alcohol and Background Checks and ongoing checks
• Ability to travel up to 25% with flexibility for overtime

• Work may require adjusted schedules, long days, evening/weekend hours to meet customer requirements
• Must be able to stand for extended periods
• Occasionally operate in austere working conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Travel to job sites is required

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including life insurance, disability insurance, health plan options, 401(k) with immediate vesting, and other benefits.

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.