Field Service Technician (CAN)

Shermco Industries; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Service Technician specializing in Electrical Testing. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting inspections, testing, and troubleshooting on a variety of electrical distribution systems. Your expertise will ensure the highest quality standards are met while working closely with a team of professionals. This position requires a strong commitment to safety and the ability to work flexible hours, including travel to customer sites. If you are passionate about electrical systems and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in switchgear testing and troubleshooting.
• NETA Certification or similar is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and troubleshooting on electrical systems at customer sites.
• Conduct various transformer and relay tests.

Skills

Electrical Testing

Troubleshooting

Data Collection

Safety Procedures

PC Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Power & Controls

EE Degree from ABET accredited college

Tools

PowerDB

Job description

Overview

The Field Service Technician - Electrical Testing will be responsible for performing electrical testing, maintenance, and repair services on electrical distribution systems and equipment. The technician will work with a team of professionals to ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Field Service Test Technicians travel to customer sites (industrial & commercial) to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and high voltage (480 Volt to 600 kV) electrical systems.
• Instrument transformer tests
• Power transformer testing - Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc.
• Test both electro-mechanical and solid state relays
• Cable testing - Tan Delta, Power Factor, VLF, DC Hipot
• Automatic transfer switch troubleshooting
• Low, Medium and High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing
• Moderately complex relay calibration and power metering.
• Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel.
• Prefer an Associate’s degree from an accredited 2 year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or a EE Degree from an ABET accredited college, similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee).
• NETA Certification (I, II, III or IV) or similar desired.
• Must have at least 2 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing & troubleshooting.
• Must have good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus.
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
• Prefer OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training; training on each can be provided by Shermco.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to stay Drug-Free; you will be required to pass a pre-employment hair follicle drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
• Must have an acceptable pre-employment criminal background check.
• Must be physically fit to crawl, climb, stand, walk and lift up to 75 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations. Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights.
• Must not currently or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must be willing to travel; minimum 40%.
• All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening.

Pay Range

USD $28.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.