Early Career P&C Field Services Technician

WSP USA; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is hiring for a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Early Career Field Services Technician in Washington. This entry-level role supports construction, maintenance, environmental sampling, and field operations across electrical testing and commissioning in substations and power systems.

Under supervision, you will develop proficiency in equipment handling, safety, data collection, and documentation, while assisting experienced technicians to deliver field services and support client

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some experience in electrical testing or related job capacity.
• Interest in field service work with medium/high voltage equipment.
• Completion of electrical circuits analysis series or AC power system theory courses.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to participate in safety and operational training sessions.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, good communication skills, and problem solving abilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds individually, up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel up to 80%.
• Ability to work independently and in a team to meet objectives.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist with basic inspection and testing activities.
• Observe and assist with troubleshooting activities.
• Work may be performed in low, medium, or high voltage systems.
• Assist with routine field tasks using testing instruments and supporting testing.
• Observe site safety practices including proper PPE use.
• Report unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors.
• Maintain consistent attendance and communication regarding assignments.
• Work cooperatively with crew members and maintain professional behavior.
• Develop basic understanding of fieldwork safety and responsibilities.

Skills

Electrical testing

Field service

Reading drawings

Safety training

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in electrical engineering

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Testing instruments

PPE usage

Job description

WSP is currentlyinitiatinga search for aPOWERTesting and Energization (PTE) Early CareerField Services Technician for our project location in the states of Washington. Successful applicants will be involved in projects with our PTE Team and be a part of a growing organization thatsolvingproblems andsupportingclient needs in electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial and bulk electrical power systems.

This Opportunity

Provides entry-level support for construction, maintenance, environmental sampling, and technical field operations. Performs routine tasks toassistfield staff in carrying out service activities across various work sites.Working under close supervision, the successful candidate willdevelopcoreproficienciesin equipment handling, safety practices, data collection, and documentation standards,as well asbuild foundational technical skills.This rolecontributes to environmental stewardship, quality assurance, and operational readiness by following established procedures and supporting experienced technicians in delivering field services.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.

Your Impact

• Under the guidance of an experienced Field Services Engineer or Technician, the successful candidate willobserveandassistwith basic inspection and testing activities, as well asobserveandassistwithtroubleshooting activities, Work may be performed in low, medium, or high voltage systems.

• The candidate willassistwith routine field tasks such asusingtestinginstruments, supportingprotection and controls testing, and gainingexperience in the fundamentals of electrical system components and overall structure.

• Observe andlearnsite safety practices including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Recognize and report unsafe conditions, malfunctioning equipment, or unclear instructions to supervisors.

• Maintain consistent attendance and communicationregardingassignments.

• Work cooperatively with crew members andmaintainprofessional behavior in the field.

• Develop basic understanding of how to navigate fieldwork safely and responsibly.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Some experienceinelectrical testingor related job capacity.

• Some experience ordemonstratedinterest in field service work, in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing.

• Completion of electricalcircuitsanalysis series, or other courses with AC power system theory.

• Abilityto read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Willingness toparticipatein required safety and operational training sessions.

• The ideal candidatedemonstratesa willingness to learn,good communicationskills, and developingproblem solving abilities.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects,toolsor controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell

• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of environmental and weather conditions for extended durations.

• Effective self-leadership withtheability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, andcomply withcompany policies.

• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team to meet businessobjectives.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks whilemaintainingaccuracy.

• Proventrack recordof upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the abilitytoadjust focus.

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Must be willing to travel (up to 80%)

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-makingregardingcompany funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• Performadditionalresponsibilities as required by business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology Completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection is preferred

• Enrollment in or completion of a vocational, trade, or technical training program.

• Prior electrical or construction internship experience

• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA is a plus

Disclaimer:

• Relocation Assistance is not available for this role

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $30.00-$55.00 per hour

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.