Field Technician 3

Field Technician III

The Field Technician III supports field testing, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical power equipment in low, medium, and high voltage environments. This is a predominantly field-based role that involves extensive hands-on work with equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, switch gear, grounding systems, instrument transformers, motors, and related electrical apparatus. The position requires regular travel, overtime, a strong commitment to safety, and an interest in developing a long-term career in electrical testing and maintenance, including progression toward NETA certification.

Responsibilities

• Travel locally and regionally to customer sites to perform electrical testing, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting work on power distribution equipment.
• Assist with testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, cleaning, and maintaining electrical power equipment, including circuit breakers, transformers, switch gear, motors, PTs, CCVTs, CTs, and related apparatus.
• Work safely around low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems in a variety of field environments.
• Use and learn electrical testing equipment such as megger testers, ductors, Hi-Pot equipment, power factor testing equipment, and CT ratio and saturation testing equipment.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to support effective troubleshooting and repair of equipment issues.
• Document test results, maintenance activities, repairs, and field findings accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures and actively participate in job site safety meetings and programs.
• Identify potential hazards on job sites and promptly communicate issues to the crew lead or experienced technician.
• Interact professionally with customers while on site, representing the company with strong communication and service-oriented behavior.
• Continue developing technical knowledge and skills with the goal of progressing toward NETA certification.
• Support commissioning and maintenance activities for electrical systems and power distribution equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with other technicians and project teams to complete field assignments efficiently and safely.

Essential Skills

• At least 5+ years of experience in the electrical power, utility, industrial, electrical contractor, or related field environment.
• Hands-on experience working with electrical systems, electrical equipment, or power distribution equipment.
• Experience with electrical testing, commissioning, or maintenance of low, medium, and high voltage systems.
• Ability to work comfortably in the field approximately 95% of the time.
• Practical experience with electrical equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, switch gear, motors, CTs, PTs, CCVTs, and other electrical apparatus.
• Ability to use or learn test equipment including megger testers, ductors, Hi-Pot equipment, power factor testing tools, and CT ratio and saturation testing devices.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated safety awareness and adherence to safety policies and procedures in electrical environments.
• Capability to travel locally and regionally to customer sites and work overtime as needed.
• NETA certification or experience that would be considered equivalent to NETA certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in data center environments is a plus.
• Interest in pursuing and maintaining NETA certification at progressively higher levels.
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor when interacting with customers and team members.
• Ability to work independently in the field while also collaborating effectively within a crew.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training, including safety training and NETA certification preparation sessions.

Work Environment

This is a field-based role with local and regional travel, with most projects located in and around Nashville, TN. The position requires working in customer facilities and outdoor job sites around low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems and power distribution…