Field Service Technician

oilandgasjobsearch.com; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 57,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company based in Buffalo is seeking a technician specializing in the installation and maintenance of critical power systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least one year of experience in servicing critical power equipment. This role offers a remote work option and comes with competitive salary ranging from $57,400 to $91,840 annually.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Vision benefit

401k Savings Plan

Employee Stock Acquisition Plan

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience servicing critical power equipment.
• Must have valid US drivers license.
• Candidates must have work authorization for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical power systems.
• Ensure reliable operation of mission-critical infrastructure.
• Conduct analysis and problem-solving for technical issues.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Installation of critical power systems

Maintenance and troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)

Power distribution units (PDU)

Static switches (STS)

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen.

This Position reports to: Service Manager

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives.

The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

Key Responsibilities

• This role specializes in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical power systems, including uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power distribution units (PDU), static switches (STS), and related systems.
• This role ensures the continuous, reliable operation of mission-critical infrastructure for data centers, hospitals, telecommunications facilities, and other environments where uninterrupted power is essential.
• Performs service tasks, identifies technical problems, and conducts analysis through remote or on-site activities in various service categories (installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, engineering and consulting, advanced services, extensions, upgrades and retrofits, end-of-life services, replacements, etc.).
• Contributes to customer satisfaction by executing service work according to customer orders and expectations. Builds and maintains good relationships with customers, understands their needs, and identifies new sales opportunities to communicate internally.
• Coordinates, prepares, and ensures that all materials, parts, and equipment are available and meet the appropriate quality standards for service activities.
• Identifies potential equipment failures proactively and requests corrective actions. Troubleshoots equipment failures and makes recommendations to prevent future issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering Technology with 1+ years of work experience servicing critical power equipment; or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with 3+ years' experience in servicing critical power equipment; or 5 years equivalent work/military experience
• Electrical Licenses or certifications (e.g., Journeyman Electrician, NICET, NFPA70E, OSHA 10/30)
• Experience in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical power systems, including uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power distribution units (PDU), static switches (STS), and related systems
• Advanced ability to write test plans, scope of work and reports detailing test results
• Must have valid US drivers license
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

The work model for the role is: Remote

Why ABB?

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their - sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

Benefits

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Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.

• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to 'buy-up' to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $57,400 and $91,840 annually.