MV Field Service Technician: Startups & Troubleshooting

Vertiv Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Technician to support start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service, and troubleshooting of 15kV AC switchgear and related equipment. The role emphasizes safe operations, strong customer communication, and reliable field service delivery in varied environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in medium voltage field service, hands-on electrical theory knowledge, and experience reading schematics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on medium voltage switchgear or field services is desired.
• Training in electrical theory and technologies.
• Familiarity with electrical/electronic test equipment and fundamentals.
• Reading schematics and blueprints for power control/automation is desired.
• Power distribution, AC/DC, voltage theory and troubleshooting skills are desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist in start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service and troubleshooting of Vertiv 15KVAC switchgear.
• Establish and maintain rapport with customers, co-workers, and sales representatives.
• Evaluate operating conditions of equipment.
• Manage own schedule and perform preventive maintenance on switchgear.
• Respond to emergency calls and provide timely communication and reporting.

Skills

Field service experience

Medium voltage knowledge

Reading schematics

Customer rapport

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

PLC programming

HMIs

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Technician to support start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service, and troubleshooting of 15kV AC switchgear and related equipment. The role emphasizes safe operations, strong customer communication, and reliable field service delivery in varied environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in medium voltage field service, hands-on electrical theory knowledge, and experience reading schematics.