Field Technician II

About the role

The Field Technician II will inspect, test, and maintain high, medium, and low electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with electrical equipment such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and various switches, both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry level testing of high, medium, and low electrical power equipment without the need for direct assistance while still working with senior technicians.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Preferred: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with voltage verification, contact resistance, insulation resistance test equipment, set up, read and understand one-line drawings, equipment identification, and hazards associated with them. Need to understand practical application of electrical theory and hazards; LOTO / Arc Flash / Grounding. Reading electrical schematics, test most apparatus without supervision: breakers, transformers, CT’s, PT’s, cables, & grounding.
• Education and Experience: Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical / Electronic technology, or military experience preferred. 2 – 4 years relevant industry experience. NETA II certified.

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA), life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, employee assistance program (EAP), competitive pay, talent development, career path planning, incentives for professional certifications, competitive per diem for travel, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and a starting pay range of $37-55 per hour.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is between $37-55 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Schedule

Position summary includes details on the field technician's responsibilities and qualifications.

Skills

Required skills/abilities include passing a pre-employment drug screen, completing a satisfactory criminal background check, working overtime and traveling, having a valid driver's license, and maintaining a good driving record. Preferred skills/abilities include excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience with voltage verification, contact resistance, insulation resistance test equipment, set up, read and understand one-line drawings, equipment identification, and hazards associated with them, understanding practical application of electrical theory and hazards; LOTO / Arc Flash / Grounding, reading electrical schematics, and testing most apparatus without supervision: breakers, transformers, CT’s, PT’s, cables, & grounding.

Requirements

Education and experience requirements include a Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical / Electronic technology, or military experience preferred, and 2 – 4 years relevant industry experience. NETA II certification is also preferred.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA), life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, employee assistance program (EAP), competitive pay, talent development, career path planning, incentives for professional certifications, competitive per diem for travel, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and a starting pay range of $37-55 per hour.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is between $37-55 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristic protected by state or federal laws.