Field Service Technician: Switchgear & High-Voltage Testing

Powell Industries; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell Industries' Service Division seeks a skilled Service Technician to join a leading provider of medium and low voltage switchgear. You will perform installations, preventative and corrective maintenance, and supervise small crews across the US and Canada, ensuring safety, quality, and performance of Powell equipment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and several years of electrical experience, with travel up to 85% and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Three or more years of electrical shop or field technician experience.
• Knowledge of ANSI/IEEE standards relevant to switchgear.
• Ability to write accurate test reports and project summaries.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Complete site documentation including time sheets and service orders.
• Communicate work schedules to Field Operations Scheduler and Manager.
• Provide weekend support and flexible hours as needed.
• Coordinate with project management, customers, vendors, and labor support.

Skills

Electrical theory

Hi-pot testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Project coordination

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Oracle

MS Outlook

Power DB

Word

Excel

Job description

Powell Industries' Service Division seeks a skilled Service Technician to join a leading provider of medium and low voltage switchgear. You will perform installations, preventative and corrective maintenance, and supervise small crews across the US and Canada, ensuring safety, quality, and performance of Powell equipment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and several years of electrical experience, with travel up to 85% and strong communication.