Early Career P&C Field Services Technician
About the role
This opportunity provides entry-level support for construction, maintenance, environmental sampling, and technical field operations. The successful candidate will assist with routine tasks such as using testing instruments, supporting protection and controls testing, and gaining experience in the fundamentals of electrical system components and overall structure.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine tasks to assist field staff in carrying out service activities across various work sites.
- Observe and assist with basic inspection and testing activities, as well as observe and assist with troubleshooting activities.
- Work may be performed in low, medium, or high voltage systems.
- Assist with routine field tasks such as using testing instruments, supporting protection and controls testing, and gaining experience in the fundamentals of electrical system components and overall structure.
- Observe and learn site safety practices including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Recognize and report unsafe conditions, malfunctioning equipment, or unclear instructions to supervisors.
- Maintain consistent attendance and communication regarding assignments.
- Work cooperatively with crew members and maintain professional behavior in the field.
- Develop basic understanding of how to navigate fieldwork safely and responsibly.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Some experience in electrical testing or related job capacity.
- Some experience or demonstrated interest in field service work, in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing.
- Completion of electrical circuits analysis series, or other courses with AC power system theory.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection is preferred.
- Enrollment in or completion of a vocational, trade, or technical training program.
- Prior electrical or construction internship experience.
- Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA is a plus.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Skills
- Basic understanding of electrical system components and overall structure.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Experience with testing instruments and protection and controls testing.
- Good communication skills.
- Problem-solving abilities.
Benefits
Compensation: $30.00-$55.00 per hour
Health and Financial Stability: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Pay
$30.00-$55.00 per hour
Schedule
Regular hours, with occasional travel up to 80%.
Benefits
Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.