Electrical Breaker and Switchgear Service Technologist

Powell Global Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell Global Services is seeking a field service technologist to install, commission, and maintain AC/DC switchgear and associated control systems across the US and Canada. You will lead on-site tasks, coordinate with customers, and ensure safety and documentation standards are met.

Expect extensive travel (up to 85%), hands-on testing (megger, Hi-Pot, insulation), and collaboration with fellow technicians to complete repairs, retrofits, and upgrades on Powell equipment in industrial

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years as electrical/breaker technician (shop or field).
• Familiar with ANSI/IEEE C37 switchgear and conductor ampacities.
• Ability to generate accurate reports and explain anomalies.
• Knowledge of Ohm's Law and AC/DC theory.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission switchgear and power control rooms.
• Perform insulation/Hi-Pot/torque tests and verify mechanical/electrical functions.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade Powell equipment.
• Maintain thorough documentation and reports for customers and management.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Documentation and reporting

Safety compliance

Test equipment handling

Schematic literacy

Tools

Hi-Pot testing equipment

Megger insulation tester

Calibrated tools

Job description

Ready to solve tough field problems and keep power flowing?Imagine arriving on site with a clear plan, a calibrated test kit, and the responsibility to make mission-critical equipment perform flawlessly. At Powell, our Service Technologists install, commission, maintain, and repair AC/DC switchgear and PCRs across the US and Canada—wherever customers need power systems to be safe, compliant, and dependable.Your missionOwn the full lifecycle of service delivery—safety first, documentation tight, communication clear, and testing thorough—while traveling extensively (up to 85%) across West Coast, Gulf Coast South, offshore, and East Coast territories.How you'll contributeAdhere to Powell safety and quality standards; follow SOPs and required documentation processes.Install and commission switchgear and power control rooms; shift between in-house fabrication support and leading small site crews as needed.Perform testing: insulation (megger), ductor, Hi-Pot, torque, and mechanical/functional verifications on Powell equipment.Inspect your assigned vehicle and calibrated tools to ensure readiness and accuracy.Service and troubleshoot PowlVac breakers; complete repairs and upgrades/retrofits.Keep stakeholders aligned—provide regular schedule updates to the Field Operations Scheduler and District Service Manager; collaborate with PMs, customers, vendors, and labor support.Close jobs cleanly with timely timesheets, signed service/repair orders, materials logs, and clear narrative reports.What you bring2+ years as a shop and/or field electrical/breaker technician.Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE C37, device function numbers, conductor ampacities in switchgear, and creepage/clearance requirements.Ability to produce accurate reports and explain basic anomalies found on a project.Baseline skills in bus/structural modifications and control-circuit fundamentals (Ohm's Law; AC/DC theory).Team mindset with the ability to assist senior technicians on maintenance, installations, upgrades, and retrofills.Bonus pointsBreaker/contactor schematic literacy.Experience with Hi-Pot and low resistance testing.Mechanical/electrical functional testing of breakers and switchgear.NICET Level 1.HUET/Offshore Survival Training (we can provide).NFPA 70E (we can provide training).OSHA 10/30 (we can provide training).What we provideSafety and technical training with full office support.Upon qualification: a company vehicle, standard tooling, test equipment, laptop, phone compensation, and a company expense card.Where you'll workIndustrial environments throughout the continental US. Expect local and domestic travel, heights over 10 ft, ladder work, and occasional scissor/bucket lift operation. Role requires medium physical effort (up to 50 lbs) and extended periods of standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, and sitting.Proficiencies we value120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsElectrical InstallationElectrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)OSHA 30SwitchgearWeldingNFPA 70EPhysical DemandsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.In addition, employees will be required to complete and pass Company and Customer required drug screening, background and employment verification checks, maintaining eligibility throughout employment.This overview covers the essential nature of the position; responsibilities may evolve to meet customer and safety needs.