Senior Field Service Technician

Qualus Power Services, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Job summary

A leading power solutions firm in Houston is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to test, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including circuit breakers and transformers. The role involves providing technical expertise and overseeing project documentation while leading field teams. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in power plant environments, relevant licenses, and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive benefits and the chance to make a significant impact in the power industry.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in power plants or industrial services.
• 2 years of industrial or commercial power systems experience.
• NETA 2 license or higher required.
• Ability to read manuals and communicate effectively.
• Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Valid Driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Test and maintain electrical equipment in the field.
• Lead a crew for testing and repairs on equipment.
• Provide daily and weekly reports to management.
• Evaluate talent and recommend training needs.
• Support budget adherence on projects.
• Provides daily site summaries for site work in coordination with assigned project manager.
• Provides weekly production status reports to project management, operations managers, and Service Assistant.
• Maintains an understanding of the technical side of company core business needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Management ability

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

NETA 2 or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Specialized Field Services department as a Senior Field Service Technician. As a Senior Field Service Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in the testing, maintaining, and repairing a wide array of electrical equipment, including low and medium-voltage circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motor controls, and more. In this dynamic position, you'll not only provide hands‑on technical expertise but also assist in leadership responsibilities, ensuring seamless operations both in the shop and out in the field. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise while making a tangible impact in powering industries forward.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical capabilities for testing relays, circuit breakers, transformers, motor control equipment, and related switchgear in the field, including synch check, point‑to‑point
• Perform and lead a crew in the field for testing/maintenance/repair of breakers, transformers, switchgear, motor control and associated equipment
• Ensures proper preparation and documentation for site projects
• Helps evaluate department talent base, identify training needs, and recommend effective action plans for meeting performance expectations
• Identifies and secures equipment needs for shop/field
• Provides daily site summaries for site work in coordination with assigned project manager
• Provides weekly production status reports to project management, operations managers, and Service Assistant
• Maintains an understanding of the technical side of company core business needs
• Attend and contribute to project kickoff meetings
• Support budget adherence on projects
• Continuously instructs and trains others
• Support the sales effort by assisting with labor estimates and job walks when necessary
• Remain current on all safety and technical training

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ related experience in power plants, industrial services, primary power distribution and related protection and control schemes.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial or commercial power systems experience.
• Licensures and Certifications: NETA 2 or higher required.
• Education: High School Diploma
• Reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications.
• Perform regular field work both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to read company manuals and reports, workplace rules and procedures; speak with poise and confidence, using correct English
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Valid Driver’s license and good driving record.

Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure‑play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology‑enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the U.S.