Regional Service Technician - Power Quality & Infrared

Sonepar; Annapolis (MD); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Electric is seeking a field technician to perform power quality studies, infrared scans, and air leak surveys for industrial and commercial facilities. This role supports energy‑reduction initiatives and requires documenting findings for customers and internal teams.

You will travel to customer sites, coordinate with sales and operations, and maintain calibration and safety protocols while working in diverse industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical testing, preventive maintenance, industrial service work, or facility inspections.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, distribution equipment, and safety practices.
• Familiarity with power quality analyzers , infrared cameras , or ultrasonic leak detection tools (training provided if needed).
• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to interpret field data.
• Excellent communication and customer‑service skills.
• Ability to work independently in industrial and commercial environments.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Preferred Certifications (Not Required):Level I or II
• Infrared Thermography Certification (e.g., ITC, ASNT).
• Electrical or mechanical maintenance certifications.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.

Responsibilities

• Conduct power quality studies using monitoring equipment to diagnose voltage irregularities, harmonics, load issues, and equipment performance problems.
• Perform infrared (IR) thermal scans of electrical equipment to identify hot spots, loose connections, and failure risks.
• Carry out air leak detection surveys in industrial and commercial facilities to support energy‑reduction initiatives.
• Document findings, prepare detailed service reports, and communicate results to customers and internal teams.
• Work closely with sales, operations, and supplier partners to support corrective actions and follow‑up recommendations.
• Maintain service equipment, ensure calibration accuracy, and follow all safety protocols and facility requirements.
• Travel to customer locations across the region as needed and maintain job scheduling.

Skills

Electrical testing

Preventive maintenance

Industrial service work

Facility inspections

Power quality analysis

Infrared thermography

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Customer service

Driving

Education

Level I or II Certification

Infrared Thermography Certification

Electrical or Mechanical Maintenance Certifications

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

Tools

Power quality analyzers

Infrared cameras

Ultrasonic leak detection tools

Job description

Capital Electric is seeking a field technician to perform power quality studies, infrared scans, and air leak surveys for industrial and commercial facilities. This role supports energy‑reduction initiatives and requires documenting findings for customers and internal teams.

You will travel to customer sites, coordinate with sales and operations, and maintain calibration and safety protocols while working in diverse industrial environments.