Senior Technician

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

FSAs

Job summary

Saber Power Services seeks a skilled NETA Field Technician to join our team in Texas. This role involves testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high‑voltage substation equipment to ensure safety and reliability.

Certification and experience levels will place the candidate at Technician I through Senior Technician. The position requires strong electrical testing expertise, knowledge of NETA/IEEE/NFPA standards, and a commitment to safety while interfacing with clients and

Qualifications

• AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology or equivalent HV industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of high voltage industry experience.
• NETA Certification (III, or IV) required.
• Broad knowledge of NEC, NESC, IEEE and ANSI standards.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting on HV equipment.
• Generate technical reports detailing services performed and recommendations.
• Represent Saber Power Services professionally with clients.
• Communicate project status and scheduling with management and crews.
• Maintain zero-tolerance safety standards on all tasks.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.

Skills

Substation components

Protection systems

High voltage theory

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology

Tools

PowerDB

Job description

NETA Sr. Field Technician

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Field Services GC Full Time Technical Alabama - Mobile AL, Semmes, AL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2964

Saber Power Services is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm providing end-to-end solutions across utility, renewables and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets. Based in Houston, Texas, Saber Power offers deep subject matter expertise and uses an engineering-led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Saber serves clients locally, nationally, and abroad.

Saber Power Services seeks a skilled and experienced NETA Field Technician to join our team. This role involves performing testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-voltage substation equipment to ensure the safety and reliability of electrical power systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical testing and maintenance, as well as extensive knowledge of industry standards, including NETA, IEEE, and NFPA. Successful candidates will be place in Technician I – Senior Technician titles commiserate with their certification and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear included (but not limited to) the following:
  
  
  
  • Protective relaying and relaying systems
  
  
  • Circuit Breakers
  
  
  • Power Transformers
  
  
  • Current and Potential Transformers
  
  
  • Meters, Transducers, and Power system metering
  
  
  • Power Cables
  
  
  • Grounding Systems
  
  
  • Motors and Motor Starters
  
  
  • Station Batteries and Chargers
  
  
  • Alarm systems and Annunciators
  
  
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  
  
  
  


• Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis. Make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs


• Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended


• Represent the company in a professional manner regarding communicating and interfacing with clients


• Communicate effectively with the company management team on a regular basis regarding project status and the scheduling of manpower and equipment


• Always make safety a top priority, realizing that the company has Zero Tolerance for those who do otherwise


• Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

• AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology or equivalent experience in the high voltage industry


• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the high voltage industry


• NETA Certification (III, or IV) required .


• Power DB knowledge a plus


• Broad knowledge of electrical AC/DC fundamentals (Electrical)


• Broad knowledge of electrical code and standards (NEC, NESC, and applicable IEEE and ANSI) (Electrical)


• Broad knowledge of civil / structural codes and standards (NESC, and applicable IEEE, ANSI, AISC and ACI) (Civil / Structural)


• Skills:
  
  
  
  • Broad knowledge of the major components of a substation
  
  
  • Broad knowledge of control and protection systems (Electrical)
  
  
  • Knowledge of high-voltage electric field theory (Electrical)
  
  
  • Effective oral and written communications
  
  
  • Knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation
  
  
  • Knowledge of drafting standards
  
  
  • Working in a team environment
  
  
  • Communicating effectively with co-workers
  
  
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift up 75 pounds


• Pre-employment drug testing and random drug screenings are required.


• Pre-employment criminal background check


• Must be able to pass a physical exam


• Must be open to travel, with a minimum of 50%


• Valid driver’s license required, along with a clean driving record that must be maintained.


• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, as well as occasional weekends, holidays, and nights.

Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.

We offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our Total Rewards Plan includes a choice of two comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. We also provide company-paid basic life insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and more. Beyond our benefits, we pride ourselves on fostering an outstanding work environment where employees feel valued and supported. Learn more about our Total Rewards Plan here .

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.