Field Service Technician III

Electric Power Systems International; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled individuals for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for travel and professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical maintenance, hands-on experience with high voltage transformers, and the ability to work in various weather conditions. Enjoy a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and the chance to advance your career in a supportive and training-focused atmosphere. If you're ready to take your expertise to the next level, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of $2,500

Competitive Pay

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

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in electrical maintenance.
• High School diploma or GED required, with supplemental courses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair high voltage power transformers.
• Operate and maintain oil processing equipment for transformers.
• Coordinate substation services with technicians and project managers.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Skills

Safety Precautions

Ability to Read Electrical Diagrams

Education

High School diploma or GED

Supplemental courses in electrical maintenance

Tools

Oil Processing Equipment

Generators

Trailers

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:

• This role comes with a $2,500 sign on bonus
• 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:

• Must have 5 or more years of industry experience.
• 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.