NETA Field Tech: High/Medium Voltage Electrical Testing

Shermco Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shermco Industries is seeking a NETA Field Service Technician in Houston, TX. Travel locally and regionally to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and collect data on electrical systems from 480V to 600kV. The role includes relay calibration, transformer tests, and on-call support.

Requirements include 2+ years with switchgear testing, NETA certification preferred, and the ability to read and write English. A 40% travel expectation and a strong safety focus are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of switchgear testing & troubleshooting experience.
• Associate's degree in EPC or EE degree from ABET-accredited college; military training acceptable.
• NETA Certification (I-IV) preferred.
• Must read, write and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites (local/regionally) to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and start up electrical systems.
• Perform tests such as Doble, TTR, insulation resistance, VLF, Tan Delta, and power factor as applicable.
• Calibrate relays and meters; support testing of high voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
• Rotate on-call duties and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Driving

NETA Certification

Electrical testing

PC skills

Travel readiness

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Power & Controls

Electrical Engineering degree (ABET accredited)

Tools

PowerDB

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Shermco Industries is seeking a NETA Field Service Technician in Houston, TX. Travel locally and regionally to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and collect data on electrical systems from 480V to 600kV. The role includes relay calibration, transformer tests, and on-call support.

Requirements include 2+ years with switchgear testing, NETA certification preferred, and the ability to read and write English. A 40% travel expectation and a strong safety focus are emphasized.