Field Service Supervisor
NASS · St Louis, MO · 4 mo ago
Engineering$40–$65/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee field crews performing advanced installation, inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair of transformers and high voltage substation equipment.
- Promote a strong safety culture, adhering to company safety policies, PPE requirements, and conducting regular JBOs.
- Plan and coordinate complex field activities, including resource planning, customer communication, and job-site readiness.
- Provide expert technical guidance for advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and problem solving on transformer and apparatus work.
- Perform or oversee all transformer testing required within project scope, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
- Mentor technicians to strengthen technical capability and field leadership across multi-crew operations.
- Maintain accurate records of service activities, equipment repairs, testing results, and customer interactions.
- Collaborate with internal teams for equipment needs, materials, logistics, and scheduling future crew assignments.
- Communicate scope changes and field deviations to support cost recovery and project documentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in transformer services, high voltage testing, substation work, or related technical field operations
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-crew field teams and support complex projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to coordinate with customers and internal teams
- Proficiency with MS Office and digital reporting systems
- Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. and work safely in outdoor, high voltage environments
- Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays
- Ability to work flexible schedules including overtime, weekends, holidays, and nights
- Successful completion of background checks and post-offer, job-related medical evaluation/drug testing where permitted
Preferred
- Advanced experience with transformer testing and diagnostics (e.g., Doble, DLRO, insulation resistance, winding resistance, CT ratio/saturation, power factor)
- Knowledge of substation apparatus including HV/MV circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, CTs, PTs, CCVTs
- Experience planning testing scopes, interpreting results, and supporting field engineering decisions
- Familiarity with crane/rigging, oil-processing support, and advanced transformer service procedures