Senior Field Service Tech – Power Systems Leader

RMS Energy; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

Career growth

401(k) with company match

Top-tier equipment

Compensated travel time plus per diem

Education support

Generous PTO

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RMS Energy seeks a Senior Field Service Technician to lead testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems at power plants, substations, and industrial sites across the U.S. You will mentor junior technicians, supervise field crews, and ensure safe, compliant project execution in high-voltage environments.

Ideal candidates have 7–10+ years in power industry settings, strong P&C knowledge, and proficiency with Power DB and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of hands-on experience in the power industry, including P&C systems and field commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, MV/HV breakers, and electrical system troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Power DB, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Familiar with OSHA, NETA standards, and electrical safety procedures.
• Prior experience leading crews and mentoring field technicians.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans for complex upgrades and installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced testing, commissioning, and maintenance on LV–HV equipment (480V–600kV).
• Perform diagnostics using Doble, TTR, Power Factor, Tan Delta, VLF, DC Hi-Pot, and resistance test equipment.
• Test and verify electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based protective relays.
• Develop test plans and execute commissioning procedures for new or upgraded systems.
• Supervise field crews, assign tasks, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Complete reports, test results, and job documentation using Power DB and other platforms.

Skills

Electrical expertise

Leadership experience

Power DB

MS Excel

OSHA knowledge

NETA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school certification

Associate degree (technical)

Tools

Doble

TTR

Power Factor

Tan Delta

VLF

Hi-Pot

Job description

RMS Energy seeks a Senior Field Service Technician to lead testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems at power plants, substations, and industrial sites across the U.S. You will mentor junior technicians, supervise field crews, and ensure safe, compliant project execution in high-voltage environments.

Ideal candidates have 7–10+ years in power industry settings, strong P&C knowledge, and proficiency with Power DB and MS Office.