Senior Field Technician: Electrical Systems Lead

UNAVAILABLE; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive Pay

Talent Development – Courses

Career Path Planning

Incentives for Certifications

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is seeking a Sr. Field Technician to lead field crews, manage complex testing and maintenance projects, and serve as the primary interface with customers and engineering teams on substation work.

The role requires deep technical expertise across high, medium, and low voltage equipment, strong safety leadership, and the ability to plan, coordinate, and report on large-scale field activities to ensure safe, reliable, and high‑quality execution.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen due to safety sensitive position.
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews in testing, inspection, maintenance, and commissioning of high, medium, and low voltage electrical equipment.
• Install, test, and maintain electrical apparatus including circuit breakers, transformers, instrument transformers, grounding, battery systems, and switchgear.
• Perform and lead complex troubleshooting of electrical and control systems, determining root cause and implementing corrective actions.
• Analyze test results to validate system performance and identify deficiencies.
• Consult schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and engineering resources to optimize equipment functionality.
• Direct repair, replacement, and maintenance activities to ensure reliable restoration of equipment and systems.
• Develop testing plans, procedures, and work scopes for electrical apparatus and commissioning activities.
• Prepare, review, and approve detailed reports documenting testing, maintenance, repairs, and system performance.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Overtime & travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic technology

Military experience preferred

Tools

Power Factor

Ductor

Megger

CT ratio & saturation

Hi-Pot

Circuit Breakers

LV/MV/HV equipment

Transformers

Switchgear

Motors

PTs & CCVTs

Job description

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is seeking a Sr. Field Technician to lead field crews, manage complex testing and maintenance projects, and serve as the primary interface with customers and engineering teams on substation work.

The role requires deep technical expertise across high, medium, and low voltage equipment, strong safety leadership, and the ability to plan, coordinate, and report on large-scale field activities to ensure safe, reliable, and high‑quality execution.