Senior Field Service Lead – Power Systems & Commissioning

RMS Energy; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

401(k) with company match

Education support

PTO

Job summary

RMS Energy seeks a Lead Field Service Technician in Las Vegas, NV with extensive field experience to lead crews, execute testing and commissioning plans, and mentor technicians across power plants, substations and industrial facilities.

You will oversee day-to-day site operations, ensure safety, and coordinate client requirements while maintaining test reports and equipment readiness. Travel is required to support a wide U.S. footprint.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in power plant, utility, or industrial power systems
• NETA Level III or IV strongly preferred; journeyman or equivalent credentials accepted
• Expert-level experience with protection & control systems, relay testing, and HV commissioning
• Ability to lead teams, delegate tasks, and make sound decisions under pressure
• Thorough knowledge of NETA standards and safety regulations

Responsibilities

• Lead testing and maintenance on LV to HV systems (480V–600kV), including breakers, relays, cables, motor controls, and transformers
• Run advanced diagnostics using Power Factor, Tan Delta, VLF, DC Hi-Pot, Doble, TTR, winding resistance, insulation resistance, and contact resistance tests
• Perform and validate electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor relay testing
• Oversee test plan execution and commissioning procedures for new systems, retrofits, and upgrades
• Supervise onsite field crews—delegate tasks, mentor technicians, and uphold safety standards
• Enforce compliance with project specifications, Lockout/Tagout, PPE, and job hazard analysis requirements
• Follow strict safety and PPE usage protocols due to noise, electrical hazards, and elevated work areas
• Maintain accurate test reports, service records, and commissioning documentation
• Serve as the lead field contact for clients—communicate status updates and coordinate project requirements
• Oversee the care and readiness of test gear, vehicles, and tools
• Direct emergency response, shutdowns, and start-ups with minimal supervision
• Coach and support junior team members through on-the-job mentorship

Skills

Team leadership

HV electrical testing

Field service planning

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Education

NETA Level III/IV preferred

Tools

PowerDB

MS Office

Job description

RMS Energy seeks a Lead Field Service Technician in Las Vegas, NV with extensive field experience to lead crews, execute testing and commissioning plans, and mentor technicians across power plants, substations and industrial facilities.

You will oversee day-to-day site operations, ensure safety, and coordinate client requirements while maintaining test reports and equipment readiness. Travel is required to support a wide U.S. footprint.