Field Service Technician

SAI Advanced Power Solutions, INC.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading power solutions company in Reno, Nevada, seeks a technician to perform complex testing procedures on electrical switchgear. Candidates should have a technical degree and at least 5 years of experience in switchgear testing. Strong decision-making and troubleshooting skills are essential, along with proficiency in MS Office. The position requires potential travel and long work hours to meet operational responsibilities. Competitive salary of approximately $80K offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in switchgear or related work.
• Must be able to read, write and converse fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex testing procedures for electrical switchgear.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering.
• Maintain test equipment and inventory.

Skills

Safety Training

Experience in wiring and assembly

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Exceptional decision-making skills

Troubleshooting capabilities

Education

Technical degree or technical education at the college level

ARC flash training

Job description

Expand yourself -- and your potential to succeed! Join our staff of motivated, forward-thinking individuals and thrive in an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.

Position Summary

Responsible for performing varied complex testing procedures for units, systems, parts, or processes, both at SAI factory and in field as needed for Start-Up and Commissioning Services. Responsible for field warranty work and repair. Ensures that product conforms to design specifications. Spends a limited amount of time giving technical assistance, work direction and/or training to other technicians.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Read and understand electrical schematics
• Test and verify wiring on switchgear according to electrical diagrams
• Perform complex mechanical and electrical tests to ensure that physical characteristics, mechanical operations, and electrical functions conform to design and industry standards
• Assess defects and malfunctions and makes recommendations for improvement to Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineers and management.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to improve test methods and to resolve problems of manufacturing assembly and/or process nature.
• Signs all required test inspection documents for record and approval for shipment.
• Sets up and maintains test equipment.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and performs field measures of electrical switchgear in the field as needed.
• Responsible for inventory of company owned tools, test equipment and PPE needed in order to perform their duties.
• Travel up to 50% and long work hours with variable schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed to maintain operational responsibilities and meet customer needs
• Regular in-person attendance is an essential function of this job

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Technical degree or technical education at the college level or equivalent experience
• ARC flash training
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in switchgear; mechanical or electrical system testing & related work

Knowledge and Skills

• Safety Training, prior field experience a plus
• Experience in wiring and assembly.
• Proficient in the following applications: MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional decision-making, problem resolution and creative thinking skills.
• Troubleshooting capabilities and capable of making critical decisions.
• Must be able to read, write and converse fluently in English with the level of competency that will permit the applicant to function in the position.
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location

• $80K

H1B Sponsorship is not available for this position