Field Service Technician

Locations

• TX, LA, GA, VA, NC, IA, OK

This role requires regular travel, with travel expected to be up to 80%, typically Monday through Friday.
For our roles in IA, no overnight travel if based out of Cedar Rapids.

• Monday through Friday: First 8 hours are paid at straight time. Hours worked over 8 and up to 12 hours are paid rs worked over 12 hours are paid at double time.
• Monday through Friday travel: Travel time is paid at straight time.
• Saturday: Labor hours are paid vel time on Saturday is also paid at overtime.
• Sunday: Labor and travel time are paid at double time.

• Per diem provided for eligible travel assignments.
• 5% 401(k) contribution.
• Sign-on bonus available for NETA-certified technicians.
• Annual bonus opportunity based on office performance.

The Field Service Technician will support field service projects involving the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical power equipment. This role requires hands‑on experience with substations, switch gear, protective relays, transformers, and related power system components. The successful candidate will work safely, communicate professionally with clients and internal teams, and prepare accurate documentation of completed work.

• Perform field testing, inspection, and commissioning support for electrical power systems and equipment, including:
  • Protective relays and relay control systems
  • Circuit breakers
  • Power transformers
  • Current transformers and potential transformers
  • Metering equipment, transducers, and power system meters
  • Medium- and high-voltage power cables
  • Grounding systems and ground grids
  • Motors and motor starters
  • Station batteries and battery chargers
  • Alarm panels, annunciators, and related monitoring systems
  • Personal protective equipment
• Diagnose electrical issues, identify system or equipment problems, and assist in determining the root cause of failures or abnormal conditions.
• Recommend appropriate corrective actions, repairs, replacements, or additional testing based on field findings.
• Prepare clear and detailed technical reports outlining the work performed, deficiencies identified, test results, and recommended next steps.
• Maintain a professional image when interacting with customers, site personnel, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding job progress, project status, manpower needs, equipment requirements, and scheduling considerations.
• Follow all company safety procedures and industry best practices, with a strong commitment to maintaining a zero‑tolerance approach to unsafe work practices.
• Support additional field service, testing, maintenance, or project‑related duties as assigned by management.

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience in the high‑voltage electrical industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with high‑voltage electrical systems, substations, switch gear, or power apparatus.
• Asset:
  Active NETA certification at Level II, Level III, or Level IV
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds as required for field work.
• Ability to successfully complete pre‑employment drug screening, random drug testing, a criminal background check, and a physical examination.
• Willingness to travel regularly, up to 70% as required by project needs.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record that must be maintained throughout employment.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays when project needs require.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑based field environment.
• Strong verbal and written…