Senior Field Service Technician: Oregon

Established in 2002, PDM provides electrical maintenance and testing services to companies across the United States. Our mission is to excel in the electrical maintenance industry by delivering quality workmanship and superior customer service. We are looking for proactive, experienced personnel to join our growing team as Lead Field Service Technicians.

About the role

As a Lead Field Service Technician, you will provide preventative maintenance, warranty, and repair services on electrical systems at customer locations. This role involves 70% travel, primarily within Oregon, with assignments typically lasting 1–3 weeks (never exceeding 4 weeks). The position offers significant travel perks, scheduling flexibility, and vacation benefits. This is not a standard 9–5 role; expect variable hours and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Delegate and oversee all onsite work activity
• Conduct daily Job Safety Analysis (JSA), lockout, and test sheet reviews
• Assist team members with high-level technical tasks, including troubleshooting using wiring diagrams or electrical prints
• Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to technicians with lesser skill sets
• Review job scopes and assign crews
• Maintain communication with customers regarding issues found and onsite progress

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a field involving 480V power, reading prints, electrical theory, power distribution, electrical testing, or power generation
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to pass drug tests and background checks for government or private secure facilities
• Physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs, carry equipment, kneel, climb, and walk long distances
• Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Excel/Word, Adobe Reader, Dropbox)
• Familiarity with hand tools and electrical testing equipment
• Leadership experience

Skills

• Insulation resistance testing with Megger
• DLRO (Digital Low Resistance Ohmmeters) testing
• Secondary and primary injection testing
• Transformer Turns Ratio (TTR) testing
• Power Factor (Doble) testing on transformers
• Hi-Pot testing on MV breakers and contactors
• Cable testing

Qualifications

We prefer candidates with electrical experience and strong leadership skills. Ideal qualifications include:

• Military experience
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree
• Master Electrician’s License
• NETA Certificate (Level 2 or higher)
• NICET Certificate (Level 2 or higher)
• Journeyman or Master Electrician certification
• Experience as a Generator Mechanic, Naval Nuclear Power Technician, or Power Generating Station Technician
• Army Prime Power School training
• Background in manufacturing, data facility maintenance, or related fields

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Pay

$40.00–$65.00 per hour

Schedule

• Full-time (40+ hours per week)
• 8–12 hour shifts
• Overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed