Power Switchgear Commissioning & Maintenance Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop

Phone

Expense card

Job summary

Powell is seeking a field technician to install and commission AC/DC switchgear and PCRs across the US and Canada. You will support fabrication between field assignments and may lead small crews while ensuring safety and warranty compliance.

Responsibilities include performing insulation and resistance tests, diagnosing issues, and documenting all activities with clear reports. Expect extensive travel, with support from training programs and a professional service team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a shop/field electrical or breaker technician.
• Knowledge of ANSI/IEEE C37 standards for breaker/switchgear design and manufacture.
• Capable of writing accurate reports and explaining basic project anomalies.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission switchgear and PCRs.
• Lead small crews as needed.
• Execute insulation (Megger) and low-resistance testing; Hi-Pot; torque and checks.

Skills

Electrical theory

Report writing

Field service

Troubleshooting

Education

NICET Level 1

Tools

Hi-Pot testing

Low resistance testing

Torque tools

Calibrated tools

Job description

Powell is seeking a field technician to install and commission AC/DC switchgear and PCRs across the US and Canada. You will support fabrication between field assignments and may lead small crews while ensuring safety and warranty compliance.

Responsibilities include performing insulation and resistance tests, diagnosing issues, and documenting all activities with clear reports. Expect extensive travel, with support from training programs and a professional service team.