Lead Field Service Technician - Electrical Systems Expert

PwrQ Holdings LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PwrQ Holdings LLC is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician II to independently perform maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting on LV/MV switchgear, transformers, and related electrical equipment.

The role requires reading schematics, performing diagnostic tests, and supporting commissioning. Travel and on-site work at customer facilities are essential, with mentorship duties for apprentices and technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or military electrical training a plus.
• 5-8 years of field service experience with LV/MV switchgear, breakers, ATS, generators or related electrical equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety practices including LOTO and arc‑flash risk controls.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams.
• Hands‑on experience performing transformer field testing (insulation resistance, TTR, winding resistance) and oil sampling.
• Ability to write clear field reports and maintain accurate test documentation.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable MVR; travel as required; DOT qualification possible.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform preventive maintenance and testing on LV and MV switchgear, breakers, ATS, RPPs, and PDUs.
• Execute insulation resistance, continuity, contact resistance, and basic functional testing with minimal supervision.
• Perform breaker removal, inspection, and reinstallation under established procedures.
• Support transformer maintenance and field testing on various transformer types up to medium voltage.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control issues; escalate complex faults to higher engineers.
• Support commissioning activities including pre-energization checks, point‑to‑point verification, and functional testing.
• Assist with control wiring checks, interlock verification, and basic communication diagnostics.
• Lead portions of job execution and oversee apprentices and Level 2 technicians on assigned tasks.

Job description

PwrQ Holdings LLC is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician II to independently perform maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting on LV/MV switchgear, transformers, and related electrical equipment.

The role requires reading schematics, performing diagnostic tests, and supporting commissioning. Travel and on-site work at customer facilities are essential, with mentorship duties for apprentices and technicians.