Distribution Field Technician

About the role

Telex, LLC is seeking a Distribution Field Technician to support distribution voltage regulator and distribution control work in the Kansas City Metro and SE Kansas areas. This is a full‑time, remote‑based field position covering the Kansas City Metro and SE Kansas region.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, test, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain distribution automation equipment, including voltage regulators, regulator controls, capacitor bank controls, reclosers, and related devices.
• Set and verify regulator control setpoints such as voltage level, bandwidth, time delay, and line‑drop compensation.
• Perform control replacements and retrofits, including wiring and functional checks.
• Verify SCADA/communications points and maintain accurate field documentation and as‑builts.
• Support Volt/VAR Optimization (VVO) program work as client requirements are finalized.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with distribution voltage regulators, capacitor bank controls, reclosers, or similar distribution automation equipment.
• Experience installing, programming, and commissioning regulator controls (e.g., Eaton/Cooper CL‑6/CL‑7, Beckwith M‑6200, SEL‑2431, or similar).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting one‑lines, control schematics, and wiring diagrams; comfortable redlining as‑builts.
• Familiarity with SCADA integration and communications checkout (DNP3 point verification, radio/cellular).

Qualifications

• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in the field with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regionally as required.
• Strong safety orientation, including NFPA 70E awareness and familiarity with utility switching/tagging and LOTO procedures.

Pay

• Competitive compensation.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Travel/per diem opportunities where applicable.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with additional retirement options.
• Employee share ownership plan.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Long‑term utility project work and career growth within the power delivery industry.