Sr. Field Technician

About The Company

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment.
• Lead safety briefings on job sites, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Perform High, Medium, and Low voltage testing of electrical power equipment as a crew leader.
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.
• 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.
• Develop and write reports.
• Create plans for testing apparatus.
• Project manage large scale and complex projects.
• Train and qualify Field Technician I, II, and interact with customers.
• Perform complex troubleshooting.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Required Skills/Abilities: 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 Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication. Experience with the following test equipment: Power Factor Ductor Megger CT ration & saturation Hi-Pot. Knowledge of the following equipment: Circuit Breakers Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV Transformers Switchgear Motors PT's & CCVT's.
• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred. 10+ Years Relevant Industry Experience. NETAIIICertified or NETAIVCertified a plus.

Physical Requirements

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

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a 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 – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Schedule

• Position Summary: The Sr. Field Technician 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 variance of switches both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Pay

• Competitive Pay

Company

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 characteristics 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