Electrical Field Technician – Testing & Commissioning Pro

Atwellgroup; Atwell (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible work schedules

Annual bonuses

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Atwell LLC is seeking a Junior Field Technician to lead testing, inspection, and commissioning activities across electrical equipment and systems, including substations and datacenters. The role is based in the Pacific Northwest, mainly in Oregon, with a four-to-five week on/off schedule.

You will perform visual/mechanical inspections, calibrate meters, assist with project scheduling and budgeting, and ensure readiness of test equipment. Strong communication with clients and teams is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1-5+ years of relevant electrical field experience.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and comply with random testing per client requirements.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. (E-Verify or comparable government screening).

Responsibilities

• Test & Inspect: Perform visual/mechanical inspections and electrical testing on standard equipment and circuits, including meter calibrations, electromechanical and solid-state protective relays, and power quality/load monitoring.
• Deliver Projects: Assist PMs with scheduling, budgeting, and billing; understand contractual scope and initiate Change Order Requests when work exceeds scope.
• Own the Tools: Oversee upkeep, calibration, and readiness of electrical test equipment; direct staging of tools/materials for efficient execution.
• Communicate & Report: Flag issues and test failures to clients, recommend corrective actions, and review final test reports and data sheets for submittal.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Professional communication

NETA certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Atwell LLC is seeking a Junior Field Technician to lead testing, inspection, and commissioning activities across electrical equipment and systems, including substations and datacenters. The role is based in the Pacific Northwest, mainly in Oregon, with a four-to-five week on/off schedule.

You will perform visual/mechanical inspections, calibrate meters, assist with project scheduling and budgeting, and ensure readiness of test equipment. Strong communication with clients and teams is essential.