Service Field Tech - Electrical Testing

RESA Power; Farmingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RESA Power in Farmingdale, NJ is seeking a Service Field Tech or NETA Technician to inspect, test and maintain high‑voltage equipment up to 500 kV, performing startup, data collection and troubleshooting.

You will install relay panels, transformers and switchgear, develop standardized procedures and provide responsive on‑site service, with up to 50% regional travel and union benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus 1 year in a related field.
• Knowledge of NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA standards.
• Experience with MCCs, breakers, relay testing, and oil testing.
• Willing to work safely and follow electrical safety procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication; good problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Windows and MS Office; driving may be required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot and collect data on power distribution systems up to 500kV.
• Install and test protective relaying equipment and panels.
• Develop standard commissioning, testing and maintenance procedures.
• Perform functional testing of substation control circuits.
• Create relay macros and testing routines.
• Travel regionally up to 50% and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Electrical testing

Field service

Troubleshooting

Relay testing

Infrared scanning

High voltage equipment

Customer service

Safety procedures

Windows & MS Office

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

MCCs

Breakers

Oil testing

Infrared scanning

Switchgear testing

Job description

Position Summary

Service Field Tech or NETA Technicians are expected to perform service, test and maintain various types of power transmission and distribution equipment.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and/or high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
• Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relaying equipment, including relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.
• Develop and document standardized commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures for relay systems.
• Perform functional testing of substation control circuits to validate proper relay operation.
• Create relay macros and testing routines to confirm system protection and control configurations.
• Execute end-to-end relay testing with specialized software, identifying relay behavior based on fault conditions.
• Review relay settings and logic equations to ensure alignment with design requirements.
• Low, Medium and/or High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing.
• Perform inspection, maintenance, testing and repair of transformers, circuit breakers and all related equipment – 45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and/or oil filled.
• Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning and repair on circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air‑magnetic) medium voltage up to 15 KV (air‑magnetic and vacuum).
• Experience filling and working with SF6 filled equipment and gas‑insulated switchgear, desired but not required.
• Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
• Experience operating high voltage test equipment including Doble Power Factor test sets.
• Perform start‑up, troubleshooting and repair services on controls and transfer schemes.
• Rotate emergency on‑call duty and, if called, respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
• All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance with all regulatory laws.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required Experience And Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and minimum 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
• Prefer experience with most of the following or similar: MCC’s, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start‑up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc. or training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, NAVY or another related program).
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
• Good theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
• Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
• Good customer service, time management and follow‑up skills.
• Work effectively with customers, peers and management to resolve client issues.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office—use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research.
• For positions that utilize a company vehicle, will be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

Job: Full‑Time, Union

Location: Rochester, NY; Syracuse, NY; Buffalo, NY; Farmingdale, NJ

Travel: up to 50% regional travel within 2‑3 hours.

Compensation: $50 to $70 per hour, depending on skillset, certification, and experience, and eligible for overtime.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates.

Benefits: Benefits are provided through the union.

Physical Demands: Lifting a maximum of 50 lbs on a daily basis; crawling, climbing, standing for long periods of time; and working in non‑ideal conditions.

Equal Opportunity: RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.