Field Technician II: Substation Testing & Growth

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA) and a FSA

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive Pay

Talent Development – Instructor-Led...

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Professional Certific...

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) seeks a Field Technician II to perform testing, inspection, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment with increasing independence. You will troubleshoot, document work, and support commissioning while prioritizing safety and quality on diverse North American sites.

Ideal candidates hold an electrical/tech degree (or military background), NETA II certification, and 2–4 years of related experience, with ability to travel and work OT.

Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen (safety sensitive).
• Background check satisfactorily completed.
• Ability to work overtime and travel out of town as needed.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and PPE requirements in substation environments.
• Participate in safety training, meetings, and job briefings; identify hazards.
• Support safe work practices and hazard reporting across projects.
• Perform testing on high/medium/low voltage equipment with limited supervision.
• Inspect and maintain breakers, transformers, instrument transformers, grounding, batteries, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot issues using schematics and manuals; escalate complex problems.
• Conduct routine and corrective maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Assist commissioning activities to verify readiness for service.
• Document testing and maintenance activities accurately per requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and senior technicians to complete field tasks efficiently.
• Maintain tools and work areas in accordance with standards.

Skills

Pre-employment drug screen

Background check

Overtime travel

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in Electrical/Electronic tech

Military experience

2–4 years industry experience

NETA II Certified

Job description

Electric Power Systems (EPS) seeks a Field Technician II to perform testing, inspection, and maintenance of substation electrical equipment with increasing independence. You will troubleshoot, document work, and support commissioning while prioritizing safety and quality on diverse North American sites.

Ideal candidates hold an electrical/tech degree (or military background), NETA II certification, and 2–4 years of related experience, with ability to travel and work OT.