Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shermco Industries is hiring a NETA Field Service Technician to travel to customer sites and perform high voltage testing, troubleshooting, and data collection on complex electrical systems. The role requires lifting, driving locally with occasional overnight travel, and strong safety adherence.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in switchgear testing, a relevant degree, and familiarity with PowerDB and Excel. Training on safety standards and required.

Qualifications

• Requires driving to customer sites with occasional overnight travel.
• Prefer an Associate’s degree in Electrical Power & Controls or an EE degree from ABET-accredited college.
• NETA Certification (I, II, III or IV) or equivalent desired.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and collect data on electrical systems from 480V to 600 kV.
• Perform tests on test equipment including relays, transformers, and switchgear.
• Adhere to electrical safety procedures and maintain data accuracy.

Skills

Field Service Travel

Electrical Power Systems

Data Collection

Switchgear & Breaker Testing

Education

2-year technical degree EPC/Electrical Power & Controls

ABET EE equivalent

Tools

PowerDB

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Shermco Industries is seeking a NETA Field Service Technician.

Skills

Field Service Test Technicians travel to customer sites (industrial & commerci Finish al) to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and high voltage (480 Volt to 600 kV) electrical systems. Instrument transformer tests Power transformer testing - Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc. Test both electro-mechanical and solid state relays Cable testing - Tan Delta, Power Factor, VLF, DC Hipot Automatic transfer switch troubleshooting Low, Medium and High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing Moderately complex relay calibration and power metering. Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner

Responsibilities

To qualify for consideration, you must meet each of the following minimum qualifications and requirements:

• Must be able to drive locally to customer sites with the possibility of occasional overnight travel.
• Prefer an Associate’s degree from an accredited 2 year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or a EE Degree from an ABET accredited college, similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee)
• NETA Certification (I, II, III or IV) or similar desired
• Must have at least 2 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing & troubleshooting.
• Must have good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus.
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
• Prefer OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training; training on each can be provided by Shermco.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
• Should be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required
• Must be able to stay Drug-Free; you will be required to pass a pre-employment hair follicle drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
• Must have an acceptable pre-employment criminal background check.
• Must be physically fit to to crawl, climb, stand, walk and lift up to 75 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights.
• Must not currently or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Must be willing to travel; minimum 40%.
• All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Pay Range

USD $36.78 - USD $65.14 /Hr.