Sr. Field Technician

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,768 - 123,984; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co is looking for a Sr. Field Technician who will be responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining High, Medium, and Low voltage electrical power equipment. The position requires strong knowledge of electrical power equipment along with a commitment to safety.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience and will demonstrate leadership skills. Comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in electrical power.
• Experience with High, Medium, and Low voltage equipment.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain electrical power equipment.
• Lead safety briefings and identify hazards.
• Consult manuals and troubleshoot equipment problems.

Skills

Electrical equipment inspection

Safety briefings

Complex troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology

Tools

Power Factor test equipment

Megger

Ductor

Job description

Sr. Field Technician

Job Title: Sr. Field Technician

Overview

About the Company: Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certification
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is between $55.00 – $90.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Job Summary

The Sr. Field Technician will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with electrical equipment such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variations of switches both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety briefings on job site, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards.
• Perform High, Medium, and Low voltage testing of electrical power equipment as a crew leader.
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.
• Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members.
• Ability to install, test and maintain electrical apparatus.
• Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results.
• Develop and write reports.
• Create plans for testing apparatus.
• Project management of large scale and complex projects.
• Ability to train and qualify Field Technician I, II and III.
• Interact with customers.
• Ability to perform complex troubleshooting.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• 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 currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the following test equipment:
  • Power Factor
  • Ductor
  • Megger
  • CT ratio & saturation
  • Hi-Pot
• Knowledge of the following equipment:
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Motors
  • PT's & CCVT's

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred.
• 10+ Years Relevant Industry Experience.
• NETA I Certified, NETA IV Certified a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.