Field Technician – Substation Voltage Regulators & Reclosers

Riot Platforms, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-m\

Health insurance options

Paid time off

Gym membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

E4A Solutions is seeking a Field Technician to maintain reliability of utility distribution systems in the Northeastern United States. You will install, commission, and test DX Voltage Regulators and DX Line Reclosers, ensuring proper operation and protective settings.

You will work hands-on with controls, protection settings, and communications, supporting both new installations and ongoing maintenance to prevent outages and protect the grid.

Qualifications

• Experience with utility distribution equipment, preferably DX Voltage Regulators and DX Line Reclosers.
• Knowledge of distribution systems, controls, and protective devices.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor field environments and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and energize DX Voltage Regulators and DX Line Reclosers.
• Perform functional and operational testing of regulators and reclosers to confirm proper equipment behavior.
• Configure and verify control, protection, and communication settings to ensure accurate system response.
• Test regulator controls, tap changer operations, and voltage regulation functions.
• Test recloser trip, close, lockout, sequence, and fault-interruption operations.
• Perform wiring verification, control circuit checkout, and point-to-point testing to validate design accuracy.
• Troubleshoot equipment, controls, communications, and automation systems to minimize downtime.
• Support SCADA integration and remote-control verification for reliable system monitoring.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment upgrades to extend equipment life and reliability.
• Review electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to guide installation and troubleshooting work.
• Document commissioning, testing, maintenance, and settings changes to support accurate recordkeeping and project turnover.
• Follow utility standards, safety procedures, and industry best practices.

Skills

DX Voltage Regulators

DX Line Reclosers

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

Field work

Travel

Tools

SCADA

Job description

E4A Solutions is seeking a Field Technician to maintain reliability of utility distribution systems in the Northeastern United States. You will install, commission, and test DX Voltage Regulators and DX Line Reclosers, ensuring proper operation and protective settings.

You will work hands-on with controls, protection settings, and communications, supporting both new installations and ongoing maintenance to prevent outages and protect the grid.