Senior Power Field Technician – LV/HV Commissioning Lead

Socket.dev; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Full Benefits

Career Growth

401(k) with Company Match

Top-tier Equipment

Per Diem for Travel

Education Support

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to lead testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of LV–HV systems at power plants, substations, and industrial facilities across the United States. You will mentor junior technicians and supervise field crews, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7–10+ years in the power industry, strong substation knowledge, and proficiency with Power DB and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years hands-on experience in the power industry including P&C systems and field commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, MV/HV breakers, and electrical system troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Power DB, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Familiar with OSHA, NETA standards, and electrical safety procedures.
• Prior experience leading crews and mentoring field technicians.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans for complex upgrades and installations.
• Comfortable managing shifting priorities and working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced testing, commissioning, and maintenance on LV–HV equipment (480V-600kV).
• Perform diagnostics using Doble, TTR, Power Factor, Tan Delta, VLF, DC Hi-Pot, and resistance test equipment.
• Test and verify electromechanical, solid‑state, and microprocessor‑based protective relays.
• Develop test plans and execute commissioning procedures for new or upgraded systems.
• Supervise field crews, assign tasks, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Complete reports, test results, and job documentation using Power DB and other platforms.
• Interface directly with customers to provide updates, gather requirements, and ensure satisfaction.
• Enforce safety practices, LOTO protocols, and PPE usage on job sites.
• Mentor and train junior field technicians.
• Troubleshoot and resolve field issues independently and on‑site.
• Support emergency response and planned shutdown/start‑up projects.
• Follow strict safety and PPE usage protocols due to noise, electrical hazards, and elevated work areas.

Skills

Power industry experience

Substation equipment

MV/HV troubleshooting

Power DB proficiency

MS Office suite

OSHA/NETA knowledge

Crew leadership

Test plan development

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Doble test equipment

TTR

Power factor test equipment

Tan Delta test equipment

VLF tester

DC Hipot

Resistance testing equipment

Job description

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to lead testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of LV–HV systems at power plants, substations, and industrial facilities across the United States. You will mentor junior technicians and supervise field crews, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7–10+ years in the power industry, strong substation knowledge, and proficiency with Power DB and MS Office.