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, including manual and motor-operated types. Technicians will implement safety policies.
Responsibilities
- Perform entry-level testing of high, medium, and low electrical power equipment without direct assistance, while working with senior technicians.
- Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimal 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 be able to maintain a good driving record.
- MUST BE ABLE TO RELOCATE TO BOISE, ID.
Preferred Skills/Abilities
- 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 of 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
- Bachelor's or Associate's 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, incentives for professional certifications, competitive per diem for travel, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Company Information
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. EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claims to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information. #PoweringTheFuture