Field Power Services Technician - Travel and On-Site Testing

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health & dental

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Per diem

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. in Oglesby, IL is seeking a Power Services Technician to support field services across generation, renewable energy, industrial, and commercial installations.

You will test, maintain, and repair high- and low-voltage systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction while upholding KE’s safety and performance standards. You’ll travel to customer sites (up to 70%), perform start-ups, troubleshooting, and documentation, mentor apprentices, and contribute

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical apparatus testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and electrical drawings.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• OSHA 30-hour, MSHA, NFPA 70E training preferred (training available through KE).

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites for inspection, testing, and start-up on electrical systems (240V to 765kV).
• Test and troubleshoot transformers, relays, switchgear, cables, and circuit breakers.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical drawings.
• Prepare and maintain detailed reports and documentation.
• Train apprentices and other team members.
• Support field services team with maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Power distribution

AC/DC voltage

Circuit theory

Schematics reading

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Critical thinking

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. in Oglesby, IL is seeking a Power Services Technician to support field services across generation, renewable energy, industrial, and commercial installations.

You will test, maintain, and repair high- and low-voltage systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction while upholding KE’s safety and performance standards. You’ll travel to customer sites (up to 70%), perform start-ups, troubleshooting, and documentation, mentor apprentices, and contribute