Field Service Technician III

Electric Power Systems International; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical systems is seeking a skilled technician for inspection, repair, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment. The role involves outdoor work, operating heavy equipment, and requires a strong educational background in electrical maintenance. Candidates should be prepared for extensive travel and flexible work hours, and the company offers comprehensive training resources and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Training resources

Career path planning

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k with company match

Qualifications

• Must pass fit for duty exam.
• Available for overnight travel; flexible hours required.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair high voltage power transformers.
• Operate and maintain oil processing equipment.
• Transport equipment and assist with services on-site.

Skills

Ability to learn electrical diagrams

Knowledge of safety precautions

Mechanical fundamentals

Education

High School diploma or GED

Supplemental courses in electrical maintenance

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

NCCO Crane Certification

Job description

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.

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