Field Technician III

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive Training Resources

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co is hiring a Field Technician III in Norfolk, Virginia, to lead electrical inspections and maintain high, medium, and low voltage equipment. The ideal candidate will have relevant industry experience and qualifications in electrical testing.

This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive training resources, and opportunities for professional certification. Safety is of utmost importance in this role, where adherence to policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to safety-sensitive position.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
• Experience with test equipment and electrical devices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment.
• Lead safety briefings on job site.
• Prepare reports detailing tests and maintenance performed.

Skills

Electrical Testing

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or Military Experience

Tools

Power Factor

Megger

Ductor

Job description

Field Technician III

Job Locations: US-VA-Norfolk

Posted Date: 10 hours ago (6/29/2026 7:53 PM)

ID: 2026-7449

# of Openings: 1

Category: Field Technician

Overview

Job Title: Field Technician III

About The Company: 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.

Benefits

• 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 III 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 variance of switches both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety briefings on job site, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Perform High, Medium, and Low voltage testing of electrical power equipment as a crew leader.
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order 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.
• Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members.
• Ability to install, test and maintain electrical apparatus.
• Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results.
• Develop and write reports.

Qualifications

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 currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the following test equipment:
  • Power Factor
  • Ductor
  • Megger
  • CT ration & saturation
  • Hi-Pot
• Knowledge of the following equipment:
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Motors
  • PT's & CCVT's

Education and Experience

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred.
• 5+ Years Relevant Industry Experience.
• NETA I I Certified.
• Industry Certification Programs preferred - e.g. Infrared, Corona, Oil Analysis, Manufacturers, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to 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 claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.