Field Service Technician III, Switchgear

Vertiv; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Technician in Nashville, TN to assist in start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service and troubleshooting of medium voltage equipment and related automation. The role requires strong customer rapport and regular communication with CRC, supervisors and managers.

The successful candidate will perform preventive maintenance, respond to emergency calls, document timecards, and strive for first-time fixes while following safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience with medium voltage switchgear and field service preferred.
• Reading electrical schematics/blueprints; understanding power control and automation.
• Background in electrical power including MV systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in start-up, commissioning, integration and emergency service for MV gear.
• Maintain rapport with customers and coordinate with CRC, supervisors and managers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and strive for first-time fixes.
• Document timecards and expense reports accurately.
• Drive continuous improvement and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Medium Voltage switchgear

Electrical theory

Electrical test equipment

Schematics reading

PLC/HMI programming

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office

Vision abilities

Valid driver’s license

Customer-first mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

PLC

HMIs

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

A Field Technician is responsible for assisting in start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service and troubleshooting of Vertiv medium voltage electrical switchgear, circuit breakers, protective relays, plc, meters and other automated devices as well as mechanical repairs and modifications. The FT is required to establish, promote, and maintain excellent rapport with all customers, co-workers, sales representatives and others as appropriate. The FT is also required to maintain continuous communication with CRC, Supervisor, and direct manager.

Position Summary

A Field Technician is responsible for assisting in start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service and troubleshooting of Vertiv medium voltage electrical switchgear, circuit breakers, protective relays, plc, meters and other automated devices as well as mechanical repairs and modifications. The FT is required to establish, promote, and maintain excellent rapport with all customers, co-workers, sales representatives and others as appropriate. The FT is also required to maintain continuous communication with CRC, Supervisor, and direct manager.

Responsibilities

• A Field Technician is responsible for assisting in start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service and troubleshooting of Vertiv 15KVAC electrical switchgear
• The Field Technician is required to establish, promote and maintain excellent rapport with all customers, co-workers, sales representatives and others as appropriate
• Ability to evaluate the operating conditions of equipment
• Ability to interact comfortably with all levels of internal and external customers
• Must have the ability and self-motivation to manage one's own schedule
• Perform general and preventive maintenance on switchgear
• Respond to emergency calls at customer’s request
• Strive to provide all customers a 'first time fix' for their equipment
• Provide accurate and timely communication to internal and external customers
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with all safety policies, procedures, guidelines, and laws.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting of timecards, expense reports, etc.
• Drive Continuous Improvement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Medium Voltage switchgear or field services is desired
• Training in electrical theory and technologies. Experience and/or prior military service performing applicable job duties.
• Familiarity with electrical/electronic test equipment and fundamentals
• Reading schematics and blueprints for power control, automation is desired.
• Power distribution, AC/DC, Voltage Circuit Theory and practical troubleshooting skills is desired
• Background in electrical power including medium voltage and experience with most types of switchgear testing is a plus.
• Experience with programming PLCs and HMIs is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Standard computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Valid driver’s license is required
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset

Due to the safety sensitive aspect of the role, candidates are required to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. In addition, you will also be required to complete and pass a pre-employment background check.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to consistently lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent Standing
• Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping
• Frequent bending / twisting
• Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders)
• Frequent driving (car, van, truck)

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Extreme cold (below 32*)
• Extreme heat (above 100*)
• Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard)
• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)
• Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.)
• Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

Travel Time Required

• 80%

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

• Safety
• Integrity
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Diversity & Inclusion

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

About Us

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].