Field Service Technician (Electrification) - Trois-Rivières

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Trois-Rivières; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Canada seeks an experienced field service engineer to lead testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and installation of electrical systems. You will manage service projects from start to finish, ensuring safety, environmental, and quality standards while optimizing operational efficiency and profitability.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience with high-, medium-, and low-voltage systems, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• College diploma or university degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in the maintenance of high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities with the ability to interpret schematics and procedures.
• Thorough understanding of electrical safety practices, industry standards and environmental regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• System Testing and Commissioning: perform testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades and installations on electrical systems.
• Project Management: plan and execute service projects from start to finish while ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Diagnostics and Optimization: apply expertise to identify and resolve complex issues and improve system performance.
• Customer Engagement: interact with customers to understand needs and build long-term relationships.
• Opportunity Identification: identify new service opportunities aligned with customer requirements and company strategy.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Testing and Commissioning
  Perform comprehensive testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and installations on a variety of electrical systems, including switchgear, transformers, protective relays, and control systems.
• Project Management
  Plan and execute service projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards while optimizing operational efficiency and profitability.
• Diagnostics and Optimization
  Apply advanced expertise in electrical system diagnostics and protective relaying to identify and resolve complex technical issues, improving customer system performance and reliability.
• Customer Engagement
  Proactively interact with customers to understand their operational needs, recommend appropriate solutions, and build long-term relationships.
• Opportunity Identification
  Support business growth by identifying new service opportunities aligned with customer requirements and company strategy.

Qualifications:

• College diploma or university degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in the maintenance of high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems, including switchgear, transformers, protective relays, and control systems.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities, with proficiency in interpreting electrical schematics and technical procedures.
• Thorough understanding of electrical safety practices, industry standards, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to a wide range of audiences.
• Willingness to travel locally and nationally (approximately 20%) and work overtime or respond to service calls outside regular business hours as required.
• Knowledge of ABB Electrification products and services, or equivalent products and solutions from comparable manufacturers.

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada's diversity, including:

• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.