Field Service Technician - Development Program

powerx; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Certification incentives

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and

401k with match

Performance program

Paid parental leave

PTO & holidays

More perks

Job summary

POWERX is seeking a Field Service Technician for its National Technician Development Program in the United States.

This full‑time, entry‑level role begins with five weeks of paid, structured classroom and hands‑on training—covering electrical safety, power systems fundamentals, schematic and blueprint reading, protection and control, testing and commissioning, and microprocessor relay testing—before field deployment.

Qualifications

• New hires complete five weeks of paid, structured classroom and hands‑on training covering workplace electrical safety, power systems fundamentals, schematic and blueprint reading, protection and control, testing and commissioning, and microprocessor relay testing.

Responsibilities

• Testing & commissioning support: Assist senior technicians with electrical field testing, commissioning, and service activities on power systems equipment at customer sites, from basic measurements to acceptance and maintenance testing.
• Electrical safety & hazard control: Apply NFPA 70E requirements and site safety rules, perform JHAs, and help mitigate electrical hazards.
• Test equipment setup & operation: Set up and operate relay test sets, insulation testers, HiPot equipment, DMMs, and power‑quality analyzers, logging data.
• Documentation & reporting: Record test data accurately and support development of test documentation as proficiency grows.

Job description

ABOUT US

At POWERX, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From testing and commissioning to engineering and compliance, every service we provide plays a vital role in powering safe, reliable, and efficient systems.

As the nation's leading provider of comprehensive power solutions, we foster a culture of integrity, respect, and teamwork. In an ever-evolving industry, our mission is to help businesses optimize system performance, ensure safety and compliance, and drive operational excellence through innovation and accountability.

Whether you're an experienced professional or launching your career, POWERX provides an environment where you can grow, make an impact, and build a lasting legacy.

At POWERX, we take pride in being the premier provider of comprehensive power services, ensuring that power systems operate efficiently and reliably. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident in our field services, engineering and consulting expertise, and adherence to certifications and regulations. Safety and performance are at the forefront of our integrated approach.

We are a people‑first company, valuing integrity, respect, and teamwork. Our mission is to empower businesses by optimizing system performance, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving operational excellence with innovative solutions. At POWERX, we offer a dynamic environment where both experienced professionals and newcomers can grow, make an impact, and build a legacy.

Our vision is to lead the future of power systems with cutting‑edge technology, sustainable practices, and a relentless focus on customer success. We are dedicated to expanding our expertise, locations, and services while maintaining our people‑first philosophy. Partnering with POWERX means gaining a trusted team of passionate experts committed to delivering value and fostering lasting relationships. Join us in making power work for our clients and the communities we serve!

OUR POWERX PERKS

• Competitive Pay
• Incentives for Certifications
• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products
• 401k program with a company match
• Performance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• PTO including Wellness Days and Paid Holidays
• And much more!

Job Summary:

The Field Service Technician - Development Program is a full‑time, entry‑level technical role filled through the POWERX National Technician Development Program. New hires complete five weeks of paid, structured classroom and hands‑on training - covering workplace electrical safety, power systems fundamentals, schematic and blueprint reading, protection and control, testing and commissioning, and microprocessor relay testing - before deploying to the field.

Once in the field, the technician performs a broad range of electrical field testing, commissioning, and service activities on power systems equipment at customer sites nationwide, from basic measurements and test‑equipment setup to acceptance and maintenance testing. Technicians begin by assisting senior technicians with foundational tasks and progressively take on more independent work as they gain experience and certifications, including NETA. Over time they can grow into specialized testing, protection and controls (P&C), or commissioning‑focused work. The role exists to build a pipeline of qualified, safety‑first field technicians who support POWERX's testing, commissioning, and field service commitments to customers nationwide.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Testing & Commissioning Support

Assist senior technicians with electrical field testing, commissioning, and service activities on power systems equipment at customer sites, from basic measurements to acceptance and maintenance testing.

Execute assigned test points and procedures accurately, taking on more independent testing as experience and certifications grow.

Electrical Safety & Hazard Control

Apply NFPA 70E requirements and site‑specific safety rules on energized and de‑energized equipment, including PPE, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and live‑dead‑live verification.

Complete daily job hazard analyses (JHAs), and recognize, report, and help mitigate electrical hazards before they become incidents.

Test Equipment Setup & Operation

Set up and operate relay test sets (Doble, Omicron, Megger), insulation‑resistance testers, HiPot equipment, digital multimeters, and power‑quality analyzers.

Build growing proficiency with RTS and relay‑programming software to support relay, breaker, and transformer testing.

Work with relay test sets (Doble, Omicron, Megger), RTS test software, insulation‑resistance testers (megohmmeters), high‑potential (HiPot) test equipment, digital multimeters, clamp‑on power‑quality analyzers, standard hand tools, and a laptop or tablet for data logging and relay‑programming software.

Documentation & Reporting

Record test data accurately and, as proficiency grows, help develop t