Service Field Tech - Power Systems Tech I, II, III, or IV

About the role

Service Field Techs, NETA Technicians, or Power Systems Technicians are responsible for performing service, testing, and maintaining various types of power transmission and distribution equipment. They inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up, and collect data on low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems, including switchgear and circuit breakers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and/ or high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
• Perform inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair of transformers, circuit breakers, and all related equipment – 45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and/ or oil filled.
• Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning, and repair on circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air-magnetic), medium voltage up to 15 KV (air-magnetic and vacuum).
• Filling and working with SF6 filled equipment and gas insulated switchgear, desired but not required.
• Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
• Operate high voltage test equipment including Doble Power Factor test sets.
• Start-up, troubleshooting, and repair services on controls and transfer schemes.
• Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
• All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and minimum 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA, and NFPA.
• Experience with most of the following or similar: MCC’s, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc. or training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, NAVY or another related program).
• Able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
• Good theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving.
• Effective communication skills verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
• Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
• Good customer service, time management, and follow-up skills.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license required for positions utilizing a company vehicle.