Field Service Test Technician

NASS; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or FS

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive pay

Career development and training

Per diem for travel

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

North American Substation Services (NASS) is seeking a Field Service Test Technician to lead substation testing projects and support training of entry-level technicians. The role emphasizes safety, problem solving, and hands-on testing of electrical equipment across various sites in the United States.

The technician will install, test, and maintain electrical apparatus, analyze results, and write reports while traveling to client sites as required, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (technical training preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and prints.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and safety practices in high‑voltage environments.

Responsibilities

• Leader in Safety Culture and adherence to safety policies.
• Participate in safety training programs and meetings.
• Perform testing as a crew lead on projects.
• Install, test, and maintain electrical apparatus.
• Troubleshoot and analyze during apparatus testing.
• Analyze test data and develop reports.
• Communicate clearly with Calisto/other metering installations and commissioning.
• Create plans for testing apparatus.

Job description

Overview

Field Service Test Technician

North American Substation Services (NASS) is a national leader in transformer services and high‑voltage substation installation, maintenance, testing, and repair. With more than 20 years of experience, we deliver comprehensive, one‑stop solutions for utilities, industrial operations, and critical infrastructure across the United States. Our teams support the full lifecycle of substation and transformer assets, including installation, maintenance, major repairs, and diagnostic testing.

Core services include transformer assembly, oil processing,regasketand life‑extension work, substation apparatus testing, and high‑voltage equipment maintenance to ensure safe, reliable system performance. We work on a wide range of substation equipment—power transformers, breakers, switches, arresters, and control cabinets—and perform essential diagnostics such as TTR, winding resistance, insulation resistance, power‑factor testing, and oil analysis through our dedicated in‑house laboratory. With a nationwide fleet of mobile oil‑processing units, we provide rapid on‑site support backed by strong technicalexpertise, a commitment to safety, and disciplined field execution to keep critical power systemsoperatingreliably and efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) savings plan with company match


• Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Life and AD&D insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks

• Competitive pay


• Talent development through instructor-led and online learning


• Career path planning


• Incentives for professional certifications


• Per diem for travel


• Referral bonuses


• Tuition reimbursement

Position Details:

This position is responsible for substation testing and assist with overseeing testing projects, training, evaluating, and mentoring entry level test technicians as well as reviewing substation test results as well as analyzing and advising test data collection activities.

Responsibilities

• Leader in Safety Culture


• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protection equipment (PPE).


• Participate in safety training programs and meetings.


• Perform testing as a crew lead on projects.


• Ability to install, test, and maintain electrical apparatus.


• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving during apparatus testing.


• Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results.


• Develop and write reports.


• Clear communication with Internal and external Calisto/other metering installations & commissioning.


• Creating plans for testing apparatus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (technical training preferred)


• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
  
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb, and work outdoors in all weather conditions


• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends


• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and prints


• Knowledge of electrical principles and safety practices in high‑voltage environments

Work Environment:

Outdoor work in varying conditions; exposure to electrical hazards, moving equipment, and high‑voltage systems. Safety training and PPE provided.

EEO Statement

NASS, an Asplundh Power Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. NASS does not engage with individual recruiters orthird partystaffing agencies. Unsolicited résumés will not be accepted.