Senior Field Technician: Electrical Substation & Testing

UNAVAILABLE; Illinois; On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 171,924,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA

AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

EAP

Competitive pay

Technical training and career path

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is hiring a Field Technician III to lead crews in advanced testing and maintenance of electrical equipment across North America. The role emphasizes safety leadership, coordination with engineers, and hands-on problem solving in critical field operations.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in the industry, a NETA III certification, and a degree or military experience in electrical tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic technology or military experience preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• NETA III certified.
• Industry certifications (Infrared, Corona, Oil analysis, manufacturer certs) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews in testing, inspection, and maintenance of high, medium, and low voltage equipment.
• Perform advanced testing on circuit breakers, transformers, instrument transformers, grounding, batteries, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues using schematics and diagrams.
• Coordinate daily field activities with engineers and project managers to ensure efficient execution.
• Mentor and train junior technicians, reinforcing safety and best practices.

Skills

Drug screening required

Background check

Overtime travel

Valid driver’s license

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s/Associate in Electrical/Electronic Technology

Military experience preferred

Tools

Power Factor tester

Ductor

Megger

CT ratio & saturation

Hi-Pot

Job description

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is hiring a Field Technician III to lead crews in advanced testing and maintenance of electrical equipment across North America. The role emphasizes safety leadership, coordination with engineers, and hands-on problem solving in critical field operations.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in the industry, a NETA III certification, and a degree or military experience in electrical tech.