Field Tech: NETA Testing, 50–75% Travel, Union Benefits

United Future; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union medical and dental

Union pension

Per diem and hotel covered

Job summary

United Future in Minneapolis–St. Paul is seeking a union field technician to test, inspect and maintain electrical power equipment across the upper Midwest.

This role involves operating HV test gear, commissioning new installations and supporting outages, with opportunities at Level I through IV. Candidates should have a NETA certification or progress toward it, the ability to travel 50–75%, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to work within a union environment.

Qualifications

• NETA certification or working toward certification.
• Experience with power factor or HV testing preferred.
• Willingness to travel 50–75%.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect and maintain switchgear, breakers, transformers and cable.
• Run high-voltage test equipment, including power factor test sets.
• Commission new installations and support outages and emergency calls.
• Lead and mentor apprentices and junior techs (senior levels).

Skills

NETA certification

Driver's license

Travel readiness

HV testing

Tools

HV test equipment

Job description

United Future in Minneapolis–St. Paul is seeking a union field technician to test, inspect and maintain electrical power equipment across the upper Midwest.

This role involves operating HV test gear, commissioning new installations and supporting outages, with opportunities at Level I through IV. Candidates should have a NETA certification or progress toward it, the ability to travel 50–75%, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to work within a union environment.