Senior Field Service Technician

Union Depot; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Relocation assistance

Company service vehicle

Local paid travel time

Job summary

Union Depot is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to join their Electrical Power Services team in Austin, TX. The role involves installing and testing electrical power distribution equipment while traveling approximately 50% of the time.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in electrical testing, strong troubleshooting skills, and knowledge of safety standards. Benefits include bonuses, relocation assistance, and a company service vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical testing.
• Familiar with NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Standards.
• Clean Driving Record and Drug-Free.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and perform start-up on electrical systems.
• Supervise trainees and technicians in electrical testing duties.
• Complete Job Hazard Analyses including arc-flash and shock analyses.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory laws.

Skills

Electrical testing

Team collaboration

Project management

Troubleshooting electrical deficiencies

Knowledge of lockout/tag-out procedures

Job description

ABM Industries is seeking Senior Field Service Technicians (NETA, NICET or equivalent experience) to join our Electrical Power Services team in Austin, TX. The Senior Technician will play a key role in ensuring a safe and efficient installation & testing of electrical power distribution equipment for customers in the assigned territory. In this role, you will travel approximately 50% of the time, working both independently and with a crew, and handle the performance and management of routine, moderately complex, and complex tasks and projects, record-keeping, evaluation of test data, and preparation of field service reports.

Travel to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data on electrical systems.

Supervise Trainees, Assistants, and Technicians in the completion of electrical testing duties.

Observe testing, assign work on projects to capable technicians, ensure testing of similar items is consistent across test technicians.

Track project scope completion and communicate ABM and Customer Management.

Maintain, test, repair, rebuild, and replace low, medium, and high‑voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.

Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches.

Test and inspect low, medium, and high‑voltage cable installations.

Maintain, test, and repair transformers and related equipment.

Test and calibrate solid‑state and electromechanical relays.

Perform relay calibration and power metering.

Conduct low and medium‑voltage motor control center and contractor testing.

Start‑up, troubleshoot, and repair generator controls and transfer schemes.

Test and commission protection and control systems on high voltage substations.

Sample and interpret insulated fluids.

Complete Job Hazard Analyses including but not limited to arc‑flash and shock analyses.

Review and submit timecards, expense, and project reports.

Document test results and complete field reports.

Rotate emergency on‑call duty.

Maintain strict compliance with regulatory laws.

Assist in the sales process acting as the technical expert in electrical testing and maintenance of electrical equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical testing.
• Experience working with a team.
• Experience in working on projects.
• Familiar with NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Standards.
• Familiar with NFPA70E Electrical Safety standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical performance deficiencies.
• Ability to travel regionally 50%.
• Knowledgeable in lockout/tag‑out and hazardous energy control procedures.
• Clean Driving Record and Drug‑Free.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Standards.
• Hold a current NETA Level 2, 3, IVor NICET or equivalent/experience.

Benefits

ABM offers incentives such as bonuses, relocation/temporary housing assistance, compensation commensurate with experience, take‑home company service vehicle & fuel card, local paid travel time and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888‑328‑8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify program. E‑Verify is an internet‑based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military‑friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world‑class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post‑military career opportunities across ABM.