Field Services Technician

Dashiell Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work hours

Job summary

A leading technical services provider is seeking a Field Services Technician in Madison, WI. The role involves performing electrical testing and maintenance on high voltage substations, requiring a background in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience. The candidate should have at least 2 years in the high voltage industry. The position offers a competitive compensation package and may involve travel. Safety is a priority, with zero tolerance for violations.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in the high voltage industry is preferred.
• Preferred knowledge of protective relay types and differences.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus and substations.
• Generate technical reports detailing services provided.
• Communicate effectively with the company management team.
• Represent the company professionally in client communications.

Skills

Knowledge of The Power Triangle

Understanding of AC & DC fundamentals

Proven communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a team

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Protective relays

Standards knowledge

Metering configurations

Circuit breakers

Power transformers

Phasing understanding

Teamwork

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards

Job description

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Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy industries, including planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large‑scale complex projects, Dashiell is a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company specializing in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure.

Job Location

2908 Marketplace Drive, Fitchburg, WI 53719

Primary Function

The technician will perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start‑ups of high voltage substations. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee knowledge and abilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear. Tasks include:
• Protective relays and relaying systems
• Circuit breakers
• Power transformers
• Current and potential transformers
• Meters, transducers, and power system metering
• Power cables
• Grounding systems
• Motors and motor starters
• Station batteries and chargers
• Alarm systems and annunciators
• Perform troubleshooting, problem identification, and analysis; make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs.
• Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended.
• Represent the company in a professional manner during client communications and interface.
• Communicate effectively with the company management team about project status, scheduling of manpower and equipment.
• Maintain safety as a top priority; the company has a zero tolerance policy for safety violations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent is required. Technician experience in the high voltage industry will be accepted in lieu of a degree. Minimum 2+ years of experience in the high voltage industry is preferred.

Possess Skills In The Following Areas

• Demonstrated knowledge of The Power Triangle
• Ability to understand basics of one-line, three-line, AC/DC schemes, and connection diagrams
• Solid understanding of purpose of current transformer and potential transformer
• Ability to perform basic current transformer tests
• Understanding of AC & DC fundamentals
• Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards
• Basic knowledge of various metering configurations and connections
• Proven knowledge of Vacuum versus Air Circuit Breakers
• Ability to understand function and operation of oil and gas circuit breakers
• Knowledge of potential transformer, coupling capacitor voltage transformer, and current transformer
• Understanding of major components of a power transformer
• Basic knowledge of motor ratings and motor testing for rotating machinery
• Knowledge of capacitor bank and capacitor types
• Basic knowledge of electrical components, devices, and symbols
• Proven communication skills, both oral and written
• Knowledge of protective relay types and differences
• Understanding of primary and secondary phasing
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to work safely in hazardous situations within high voltage substations, petrochemical plants, refineries, and other safety‑critical locations
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• TWIC card (or ability to obtain one)
• Pass pre‑employment drug, alcohol and background checks; ongoing compliance
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, with flexibility for frequent overtime

Other Information

• Work schedule may include adjusted hours, long days, evening/weekend hours to meet customer requirements.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required.
• Work may involve austere working conditions.
• Travel to job sites is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, including life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short‑term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Eligibility

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third‑party recruiters, please.