Field Service Technician – Electrical Startup & Commissioning

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Electric Manufacturing (IEM) is seeking a Field Service Technician to support start‑up, commissioning, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of IEM equipment at customer sites. The role emphasizes hands‑on learning, safety, and customer‑facing professionalism.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or equivalent, is eager to learn, and is willing to travel up to 75% to support projects across diverse facilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent preferred.0–2 years related electrical/mechanical field service experience preferred.
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills are required.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% and work at customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Support start‑up and commissioning of switchboards, control panels, and power products under supervision.
• Assist with installation and modification of electrical or mechanical components and subassemblies.
• Perform basic testing of modified assemblies per procedures and under guidance.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of electrical circuits and networking equipment.
• Identify and escalate issues to Field Service Leads, Project Managers, or management as appropriate.

Skills

Technical Aptitude

Safety Awareness

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

Customer Focus

Adaptability and Learnability

Organization and Dependability

Quality of Work

Education

Associate degree or Vocational Training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Industrial Electric Manufacturing (IEM) is seeking a Field Service Technician to support start‑up, commissioning, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of IEM equipment at customer sites. The role emphasizes hands‑on learning, safety, and customer‑facing professionalism.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or equivalent, is eager to learn, and is willing to travel up to 75% to support projects across diverse facilities.