Field Technician II

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive Training Resources

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Professional Certifications

Competitive Per Diem

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k with company match

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co is looking for a Field Technician II in Nashville, TN, to perform testing, maintenance, and inspection of electrical power equipment. The role emphasizes safety and includes responsibilities such as troubleshooting and maintaining various electrical systems.

The ideal candidate will have an Electrical/Electronic technology degree or military experience, relevant industry experience, and must be able to pass a drug screen and background check. Comprehensive training resources and competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry level testing of High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams to troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.

Skills

Voltage Verification

Contact Resistance

Insulation Resistance

Test Equipment Set Up

Read and Understand One-Line Drawings

Education

Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology

Military experience

Job description

Field Technician II

Overview

At Electric Power Systems we specialize in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing for a wide range of clients including Utility, Generation, Renewables, Industrial, Transit, Data Centers, and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to providing a culture of safety and technical expertise as a way of setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

As a NETA accredited independent electrical testing & engineering organization, we set the standard for technical expertise and uncompromising safety within the renewable energy, data centers, and industrial industries.

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package including:

• Competitive pay
• Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k with company match

Job Summary: The Field Technician II will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with electrical equipment, such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variant of switches both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry level testing of High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment without the need for direct assistance while still working with Sr Technicians.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver\'s license and maintain a good driving record.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the following:
  • Voltage Verification
  • Contact Resistance
  • Insulation Resistance
  • Test Equipment Set Up
  • Read and Understand One-Line Drawings
  • Understand equipment identification and hazards associated with them
  • Need to understand practical application of electrical theory and hazards;
    • LOTO / Arc Flash / Grounding
    • Reading Electrical Schematics
    • Test most apparatus without supervision: Breakers, Transformers, CT’s, PT’s, Cables, & Grounding

Education and Experience

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred
• 2 – 4 Years Relevant Industry Experience
• NETA II Certified

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift 70 lbs.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize a claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.