Distribution Field Technician

About the role

Telex, LLC partners with utilities, independent power producers, and energy innovators to deliver reliable, resilient, and future‑ready power systems. The company 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 and 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).
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in the field with minimal supervision; valid driver’s license and regional travel required.
• Strong safety orientation, including NFPA 70E awareness and familiarity with utility switching/tagging and LOTO procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Overtime opportunities
• Travel/per diem opportunities where applicable
• Long‑term utility project work
• Career growth within the power delivery industry
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan plus additional retirement options
• Employee share ownership plan
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays