Field Service Technician

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training academy and resources

Career path planning

Certification incentives

Per diem

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Job summary

NASS, a nationwide leader in transformer and substation services, seeks a Field Service Technician to perform inspection, repair, and maintenance of transmission equipment at customer sites. The role requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and regular travel to various locations.

The candidate will join a team focused on reliability, safety, and high-quality service delivery, with comprehensive training and opportunities for professional certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a current and valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
• Able to crawl, climb, stand and lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodations.
• Must be willing to travel regularly, including overnight travel and up to 75% travel.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, weekends, and nights when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair high voltage power transformers.
• Operate oil processing equipment for transformer vacuum filling and oil processing.
• Maintain oil processing equipment in mechanical working order.
• Transport oil processing equipment, generators, and trailers to customer locations.
• Coordinate substation services with technicians, electricians and project manager.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

Field Service Technician

Job Locations US-VA-Richmond

Posted Date 20 hours ago (7/29/2026 3:12 PM)

ID 2026-7531

# of Openings 2

Category Transformer Technician

Overview

Nationally Recognized Experts Specialized in Transformer and Substation Apparatus Installation, Services, and Repair.

At NASS, we provide the broadest set of one-stop substation service capabilities in the country—from turnkey upgrades and asset assemblies to major repairs and testing. Including transformers and breakers, switches, arresters, and apparatus testing, to comprehensive substation inspection programs, protection and control commissioning and repairs, and control cabinet engineering.

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package including:

• Competitive pay
• Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k with company match

Job Purpose:

This position performs routine skilled and technical support work in the inspection, repair and maintenance of transmission and distribution substation electrical equipment.

This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions. Occasionally work is performed near moving mechanical parts, at heights, hazardous places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, temperature extremes, fumes, traffic, potential electrical shock hazards, noise pollution, and vibration.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair high voltage power transformers.
• Operate oil processing equipment for transformer vacuum filling and oil processing.
• Maintain oil processing equipment in mechanical working order.
• Transport oil processing equipment, generators, trailers to customer locations
• Assist in coordinating substation services with technicians, electricians and project manager.
• Travel to different customer sites/locations.
• Oversee equipment performance and ensure proper function.
• Provide reporting on equipment gauge monitoring and daily progress/activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or GED. Supplemental courses in electrical maintenance are desired.
• Must possess a current and valid driver’s license, and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Must be able to crawl, climb, stand and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to pass a fit for duty exam.
• Must be available for regular overnight domestic travel and occasional international travel.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights.
• Able and willing to travel up to 75% as needed.

Preferred:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• NCCO Crane Certification
• Some knowledge of the fundamentals and principles of mechanical preferred.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions required in working in a power distribution facility preferred.
• Ability to learn to read and interpret electrical diagrams and prints.
• Ability to learn to read and interpret a variety of power generation and distribution metering and recording devices.
• Ability to learn the practices and procedures of the industry.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

NASS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

NASS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.