Lead Field Service Technician, Power Systems (LV–HV)

RMS Energy Co, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

401(k) with company match

Training and certifications

Paid time off

Job summary

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician with deep electrical expertise to support critical energy infrastructure across the United States. In this senior role, you’ll lead testing, commissioning, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of LV–600kV equipment at power plants, substations, and industrial facilities, while mentoring junior technicians in the field.

You’ll travel up to 75% across the continental U.S., supervise crews, ensure safety and quality, and interface with customers

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years hands-on experience in the power industry, including P&C systems and field commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, MV/HV breakers, and electrical system troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Power DB, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Familiar with OSHA, NETA standards, and electrical safety procedures.
• Prior experience leading crews and mentoring field technicians.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans for complex upgrades and installations.
• Comfortable managing shifting priorities and working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced testing, commissioning, and maintenance on LV–HV equipment (480V–600kV).
• Perform diagnostics using Doble, TTR, Power Factor, Tan Delta, VLF, DC Hi‑Pot, and resistance test equipment.
• Test and verify electromechanical, solid‑state, and microprocessor‑based protective relays.
• Develop test plans and execute commissioning procedures for new or upgraded systems.
• Supervise field crews, assign tasks, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Complete reports, test results, and job documentation using Power DB and other platforms.
• Interface directly with customers to provide updates, gather requirements, and ensure satisfaction.
• Enforce safety practices, LOTO protocols, and PPE usage on job sites.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and company vehicles in safe working conditions.
• Mentor and train junior field technicians.
• Troubleshoot and resolve field issues independently and on‑site.
• Support emergency response and planned shutdown/start‑up projects.
• Follow strict safety and PPE usage protocols due to noise, electrical hazards, and elevated work areas.

Skills

Field leadership

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Test plan development

Mentoring

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power DB

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Teams

Job description

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician with deep electrical expertise to support critical energy infrastructure across the United States. In this senior role, you’ll lead testing, commissioning, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of LV–600kV equipment at power plants, substations, and industrial facilities, while mentoring junior technicians in the field.

You’ll travel up to 75% across the continental U.S., supervise crews, ensure safety and quality, and interface with customers