Senior Power & Automation Field Technician

Knobelsdorff (KE); Oglesby (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Education reimbursement

Per diem

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) is hiring for a Field Electrical Technician to perform testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems across generation, renewable energy, and industrial installations. The role involves inspects, troubleshoots, and starts up systems from 240V to 765kV, ensuring safety and reliability in fast-paced environments.

Applicants should have 5+ years in electrical testing, a clean driving record, and prefer NETA/NICET certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical apparatus testing and troubleshooting.
• NETA or NICET certification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints and electrical drawings.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites for inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and start-up on electrical systems (240V to 765kV).
• Perform testing on power transformers and collect oil samples.
• Test and troubleshoot protective relays, LV/MV/HV cables, switchgear, and circuit breakers.
• Read and interpret schematics and electrical drawings; maintain detailed reports and documentation.
• Provide excellent customer communication and training to team members.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Diagnostic software

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

NETA certification

NICET certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power testing tools

Job description

Knobelsdorff (KE) is hiring for a Field Electrical Technician to perform testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems across generation, renewable energy, and industrial installations. The role involves inspects, troubleshoots, and starts up systems from 240V to 765kV, ensuring safety and reliability in fast-paced environments.

Applicants should have 5+ years in electrical testing, a clean driving record, and prefer NETA/NICET certifications.