Field Technician II

Actalent; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Laptop

Cellphone

Hotels during travel

Per diem for travel

Boot/clothing allowances

Safety eyewear allowances

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Field Technician II in electrical power systems to perform testing, maintenance, and repair of high- and low-voltage equipment at customer sites. You will read schematics, document results, and adhere to safety protocols while traveling locally and regionally.

This contract-to-hire role is based in Albert Lea, MN, with a fully onsite work environment and comprehensive benefits and training opportunities, including company-sponsored NETA certification support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in electrical power systems or related fields.
• Hands-on experience with electrical equipment and power distribution.
• Willingness to travel regionally and read electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical power equipment.
• Operate testing equipment such as Ductor, Hi-Pot, and power factor tools.
• Read electrical schematics and technical documents accurately.
• Document test results and field findings.
• Follow safety procedures and identify hazards on job sites.
• Travel to customer sites and represent the company professionally.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Education

NETA certification preferred

Tools

Ductor

Hi-Pot tester

Power factor testing

Ratio testing

Saturation testing

Job description

Field Technician II - Electrical Power Systems

Build your career in electrical testing and power systems.

What You'll Do

• Perform testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical power equipment, including circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, CTs, PTs, and grounding systems.
• Operate specialized testing equipment such as Ductor, Hi-Pot, power factor, and ratio/saturation testing equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Document test results and field findings accurately.
• Follow established safety procedures and identify potential job site hazards.
• Travel to customer sites and represent the company professionally.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical power systems, utilities, industrial maintenance, electrical contracting, testing, or commissioning.
• Hands-on experience with electrical equipment and power distribution systems.
• Ability to work safely around low, medium, and high-voltage equipment.
• Experience reading electrical drawings and schematics.
• NETA certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to travel locally and regionally.

Why Join Us?

• Company-sponsored NETA training and certification support
• Structured pay increases and bonuses tied to certification achievements
• Company vehicle, gas card, laptop, and cellphone
• Company-paid hotels and per diem for travel
• Annual boot, FR clothing, and safety eyewear allowances
• Strong safety culture and career growth opportunities

Work Environment

This is a field-based role with approximately 95% of time spent at customer sites, supporting critical electrical infrastructure. Travel and overtime are expected, providing opportunities to gain valuable experience across a variety of power system environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albert Lea, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Albert Lea,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.