Service Field Tech, Sr. Service Field Tech - Power Systems Tech , II, III, or IV

Overview

RESA Power is looking for experienced Electrical Testing Techs or individuals with electrical backgrounds in engineering or testing. The Minnesota RESA Power Service location is based out of Blaine, MN in a safe and modern facility.

• Sr Service Field Techs are expected to perform service, test and maintain various types of power transmission and distribution equipment.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and/or high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
• Low, Medium and/or High voltage switch gear and circuit breaker testing
• Perform inspection, maintenance, testing and repair of transformers, circuit breakers and all related equipment – 45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and/or oil filled.
• Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning and repair on circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air-magnetic) medium voltage up to 15 KV (air-magnetic and vacuum)
• Experience filling and working with SF6 filled equipment and gas insulated switch gear, desired but not required.
• Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
• Prefer experience operating high voltage test equipment including Doble Power Factor test sets.
• Perform start-up, troubleshooting and repair services on controls and transfer schemes.
• Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
• All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience and 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as NETA, OSHA, IEEE and NFPA.
• Strong background and experience in most types of high voltage equipment through the 230 kV class.
• Prefer experience with most of the following or similar: MCCs, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switch gear up through 500kV class, etc. or training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, NAVY or another related program)
• Complete projects consistently on budget and at a reasonable contribution.
• Ability to complete on-site job reports.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• Job:
  Full-Time, Union
• Location:
  
  Blaine, MN
• Travel: 75% travel.
• Compensation:
  Pay for this role is $40.43 to $53.91 per hour (depending on experience, skillset, and NETA certification level). Daily meal and incidentals per diem available when traveling for overnight work.
• Relocation:
  Assistance available for highly qualified candidates.
• Benefits:
  Full benefits including medical, Employee Ownership Plan, pension, per diem when traveling, and work anniversary bonuses.
• Application Details:
  The position will stay open until filled - seeking one FTE. Apply via job postings on job boards or from the company website.
• Physical Demands:
  Lifting a minimum of 50lbs on a daily, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and working in non-ideal conditions.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.