Field Service Technician - IAD

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM); Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is seeking a Field Service Technician to support start-up, commissioning, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of IEM equipment. The role is designed for individuals with mechanical, electrical, or technical aptitude who are eager to learn in a field service environment.

Comprehensive training and mentoring are provided, enabling growth within the Field Service career path. Occasional travel to customer sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent training in power distribution systems or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of related electrical, mechanical, technical, manufacturing, construction, or field service experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support the start-up and commissioning of switchboards, control panels, and power products under experienced Field Service personnel.
• Assist with installation and modification of electrical or mechanical components and subassemblies.
• Perform basic testing of modified assemblies following established procedures.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of electrical circuits and networking equipment.
• Identify and escalate issues to Field Service Leads, Project Managers, manufacturing teams, or management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Technical Aptitude

Safety Awareness

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Focus

Adaptability

Organization

Quality of Work

Education

Associate degree or equivalent training

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Purpose Of Position

The purpose of the Field Service Technician role is to support the start-up, commissioning, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of IEM equipment under the guidance of experienced Field Service personnel. This role is intended for individuals with mechanical, electrical, or technical aptitude who are eager to learn, work hands-on, and develop within a field service environment. Comprehensive training, mentoring, and on-the-job learning are provided to support technical growth and progression within the Field Service career path.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Support the start-up and commissioning of switchboards, control panels, and power products under the direction of experienced Field Service personnel.
• Assist with the installation and modification of electrical or mechanical components and subassemblies, which may include panelboard interiors, circuit breakers, bus bar, subpanels, control components, power cabling, and control wiring.
• Perform basic testing of modified assemblies in accordance with established procedures and under appropriate guidance.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of electrical circuits and networking equipment.
• Identify and elevate product, commissioning, or customer-site issues to Field Service Leads, Project Managers, manufacturing teams, or management, as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Competencies

• Technical Aptitude: Demonstrates the ability and willingness to learn electrical, mechanical, and field service concepts, including basic equipment start-up, commissioning, installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Safety Awareness: Follows company, customer site, and industry safety requirements, including proper use of PPE, tools, equipment, and applicable safe work practices.
• Problem-Solving: Uses sound judgment to identify basic technical issues, ask appropriate questions, and support troubleshooting and resolution under guidance from more experienced technicians or leadership.
• Attention to Detail: Accurately follows work instructions, wiring diagrams, drawings, checklists, and documentation requirements to support quality work and reduce errors.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with team members, leads, managers, project teams, and customers while providing updates, asking questions, and escalating concerns when needed.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works effectively with other technicians, Field Service Leads, project teams, and internal support groups to complete assigned work and support customer needs.
• Customer Focus: Maintains professionalism while working at customer sites and supports a positive customer experience through responsiveness, reliability, and respectful communication.
• Adaptability and Willingness to Learn: Demonstrates a positive attitude toward training, feedback, changing priorities, travel requirements, and hands-on learning in a field service environment.
• Organization and Dependability: Manages assigned tasks, tools, documentation, and follow-up items responsibly while maintaining punctuality, reliability, and accountability for assigned work.
• Quality of Work: Takes pride in completing work accurately, safely, and in accordance with IEM standards, customer requirements, and project expectations.

Education And Experience

• Associate degree, vocational training, military experience, or equivalent experience in power distribution systems, including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, or related equipment commissioning activities preferred.
• 0–2 years of related electrical, mechanical, technical, manufacturing, construction, or field service experience preferred.
• Basic electrical, mechanical, or technical aptitude required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills are required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after appropriate training.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are required.

Physical/Mental/Environmental

Physical Demands:

Activities

Frequently stand and walk for extended periods of 8–12 hours, including walking up to one mile or more throughout large customer facilities while carrying tools and equipment. Frequently bend, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, reach overhead, and work in confined spaces to access electrical equipment. Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and elevated platforms while maintaining balance. Requires repetitive use of hands and arms to operate hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, and other job-related equipment.

Sitting – 20% Walking/Standing – 80%

Lifting

Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

Vision

Requires extended periods of close visual work on technical equipment, electrical components, drawings, schematics, testing equipment, and computer screens. Must be able to visually inspect equipment, identify components, read labels and measurements, and observe testing results.

Travel

Occasional travel, up to 75%, may be required to customer job sites, IEM regional field offices, vendor sites, and other business locations. Travel may include extended or overnight assignments, as required by business needs.

Mental Demands

Ability to interpret technical information, drawings, schematics, procedures, and testing requirements; analyze issues; troubleshoot equipment; prioritize multiple tasks; maintain attention to detail; work independently; and make sound decisions in a fast-paced field service environment. Must be able to maintain focus while performing safety-sensitive and technically detailed work.

Environment

Work is performed in a combination of customer job sites, data centers, manufacturing facilities, electrical rooms, construction sites, warehouses, and climate-controlled office environments. The position may involve exposure to varying temperatures, elevated noise levels, dust, industrial conditions, active construction areas, electrical equipment, and other conditions commonly associated with field service work. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, arc flash PPE, and fall protection, as required.

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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