NETA Field Technician

SolveNow Inc.; Tulsa (OK); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power solutions company in Tulsa is seeking a skilled NETA Field Technician to perform testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-voltage substation equipment. Candidates should have NETA certification and a minimum of 2 years' experience handling electrical systems. You will be responsible for ensuring safety and reliability in power systems while representing the company professionally with clients. Strong knowledge of electrical standards is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years experience in the high voltage industry.
• Broad knowledge of the major components of a substation.
• Knowledge of drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding project status.
• Generate reports on problems found and corrective action taken.

Skills

Electrical AC/DC fundamentals

Control and protection systems

Effective oral and written communication

Working in a team environment

Knowledge of electrical code

Education

NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV)

AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology

Job description

We are seeking for a skilled and experienced NETA Field Technician to join our team. This role involves performing testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-voltage substation equipment to ensure the safety and reliability of electrical power systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical testing and maintenance, as well as extensive knowledge of industry standards, including NETA, IEEE, and NFPA. Successful candidates will be place in Technician I Senior Technician titles commiserate with their certification and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear (but not limited to):
• Protective relaying and relaying systems
• Circuit Breakers
• Power Transformers
• Current and Potential Transformers
• Meters, Transducers, and Power system metering
• Power Cables
• Grounding Systems
• Motors and Motor Starters
• Station Batteries and Chargers
• Alarm systems and Annunciators
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis. Make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs
• Generate provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended
• Represent the company in a professional manner regarding communicating and interfacing with clients
• Communicate effectively with the company management team on a regular basis regarding project status and the scheduling of manpower and equipment
• Always make safety a top priority, realizing that the company has Zero Tolerance for those who do otherwise
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Power DB knowledge a plus
• Broad knowledge of electrical AC/DC fundamentals (Electrical)
• Broad knowledge of the major components of a substation
• Broad knowledge of control and protection systems (Electrical)
• Knowledge of high-voltage electric field theory (Electrical)
• Broad knowledge of electrical code and standards (NEC, NESC, and applicable IEEE and ANSI) (Electrical)
• Broad knowledge of civil / structural codes and standards (NESC, and applicable IEEE, ANSI, AISC and ACI) (Civil / Structural)
• Broad knowledge of the function of major electrical equipment
• Broad knowledge of ground grid theory and design (Electrical)
• Effective oral and written communications
• Knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation
• Knowledge of drafting standards
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers

Education and/or Work Experience:

• NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV) required.
• AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology or equivalent experience in the high voltage industry
• Minimum of 2+ years experience in the high voltage industry

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift up 75 pounds
• Pre-employment drug testing and random drug screenings are required.
• Pre-employment criminal background check
• Must be able to pass a physical exam
• Must be open to travel, with a minimum of 50%
• Valid drivers license required, along with a clean driving record that must be maintained.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, as well as occasional weekends, holidays, and nights.