Electrical Maintenance Technician - Dyersburg, TN

Comfort Systems USA, Inc.; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems in industrial settings.

You will ensure compliance with NFPA 70B, OEM specs, and NETA standards, maintaining uptime and safety across power distribution equipment, motors, and controls. You will conduct thermography, visual inspections, and electrical testing while documenting results and recommendations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, and industrial installations.
• Ability to develop preventive maintenance strategies aligned with industry standards.
• High proficiency using electrical tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of NEC rules and OSHA regulations related to electrical safety.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical preventive maintenance and testing per NFPA 70B, OEM specs, and NETA standards.
• Conduct infrared thermography to identify abnormal heat signatures and potential faults.
• Inspect electrical components, wiring, and connections for wear, contamination or damage.
• Clean, lubricate, and service electrical equipment for reliable performance.
• Test power distribution systems, control equipment, and motors for proper operation.
• Assess equipment conditions to identify maintenance risks and improvements.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO and arc-flash awareness; review arc-flash studies.
• Support EHS initiatives and integrate safe work practices.
• Document inspections, test results, corrective actions, and recommendations.
• Proactively identify issues to minimize downtime and costs.
• Communicate with customers, supervisors, and team members about work performed.
• Enforce site safety requirements and incident prevention.

Skills

Electrical theory

Power distribution

Preventive maintenance

Electrical testing

Arc-flash safety

Reading construction documents

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Travel up to 100%

Education

NFPA 70E certification

NETA electrical testing certification

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Primary Role

The Electrical Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in industrial and manufacturing environments. The technician ensures compliance with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards while maintaining the reliability, safety, and efficiency of facility electrical infrastructure. This role supports uptime and continuous operations by servicing power distribution equipment, motors, controls, and related components.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical preventive maintenance and testing in accordance with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards
• Conduct infrared thermography to identify abnormal heat signatures and potential electrical faults
• Complete visual inspections of electrical components, wiring, and connections to identify wear, contamination, or damage
• Clean, lubricate, and mechanically service electrical equipment to ensure proper performance and longevity
• Perform electrical testing on power distribution systems, control equipment, and motors to verify proper functionality
• Assess equipment condition and operating environments to identify maintenance risks and improvement opportunities
• Apply proper safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc-flash awareness, and reviewing current arc-flash studies
• Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives and integrate safe work practices into all job tasks
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, test results, corrective actions, and recommendations
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential issues to minimize downtime and cost impacts
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members regarding work performed and equipment condition
• Instruct, implement and enforce the company safety program and site specific safety requirements incidents are preventable is critical to our success

Requirements

• Ideally 5+ years of experience in an industrial electrical maintenance setting
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, and industrial electrical installations
• Ability to develop and execute preventive maintenance strategies aligned with industry standards
• High proficiency using electrical tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment
• Strong computer proficiency, including the ability to generate, review, upload, and send reports and project information
• Ability to interpret and apply arc‑flash studies and safety protocols
• Extensive knowledge of current NEC rules and regulations
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E and other rules and regulations in regards to construction safety
• Strong knowledge of scheduling and reporting processes for maintenance activities
• Identification and mitigation of potential issues before cost impacts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and customer interaction
• Customer growth mindset with a focus on reliability, safety, and productivity
• Well-developed decision-making skills, particularly regarding equipment safety and operational impact
• Demonstrates and enforces company and site‑specific safety requirements with zero tolerance for unsafe behaviors, reinforcing that all incidents are preventable through consistent safe work practices
• NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B electrical safety and maintenance training/certification preferred, but not required
• OEM‑specific equipment training and certification preferred, but not required
• NETA electrical testing and maintenance certification, preferably QEMW, preferred but not required
• Ability to travel frequently up to 100% of the time, including by airline and other methods
• Above average mechanical aptitude, basic mathematic ability, and the ability to read construction documents
• The willingness to participate in field training, whether it by OJT, classroom-based, or completely virtual

Required

While performing the duties of this job, employee is required to perform the essential functions of the role with or without accommodations. Essential functions include:

• Ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to talk and hear.
• Compliance with Amteck’s dress code and personal appearance policies.
• To perceive or compreh