Field Service Technician: Switchgear & Testing (Travel)

Torrey Holistics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell Service Division seeks a Field Service Technician to support installation, testing and servicing of switchgear and power control rooms across the continental US.

The role requires two or more years of electrical tech experience, travel up to 85%, and the ability to work in diverse roles from in-house fabrication to team leadership on installations.

Candidates must follow safety standards, complete documentation, and coordinate with project management and customers.

Qualifications

• Two or more years as a shop or field electrical/breaker technician.
• Basic knowledge of ANSI IEEE C37 standards for breakers and switchgear.
• Familiar with ANSI IEEE device function numbers and ampacities in switchgear applications.
• Ability to write accurate test reports and project summaries.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Complete site documentation such as weekly time sheets and service/repair orders.
• Communicate work schedule to Field Operations Scheduler and District Service Manager.
• Maintain flexible hours including overtime and weekends.
• Travel up to 85% of the year.
• Comply with SOPs and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with project management, customers, vendors, and labor support.
• Support fabrication in-house and oversee small crews on installations.
• Install switchgear and PCR equipment.
• Perform insulation, Hi-Potential, torque, and functional testing.
• Inspect vehicles and calibrated tools regularly.
• Support services manufacturing group with construction, installation, wiring and testing.
• Duties will include local and domestic travel, PCR and switchgear installation, PowlVac breakers, troubleshooting, testing and repair.

Skills

Electrical field experience

ANSI IEEE C37 knowledge

Electrical testing knowledge

Documentation writing

Job description

Powell Service Division seeks a Field Service Technician to support installation, testing and servicing of switchgear and power control rooms across the continental US.

The role requires two or more years of electrical tech experience, travel up to 85%, and the ability to work in diverse roles from in-house fabrication to team leadership on installations.

Candidates must follow safety standards, complete documentation, and coordinate with project management and customers.