Traveling Field Electrician

Perimeter Security Partners; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Per diem

401K match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Monthly phone allowance

Job summary

Perimeter Security Partners in Nashville is seeking a Traveling Field Electrician with strong electrical and mechanical experience to install distribution panels, disconnects, conduit, and wire for ACP systems across the United States.

You will test ACP equipment, CCTV systems, and related safety devices, and support repairs on existing ACP gear at government, military, and commercial sites. Travel typically 2–3 weeks per project with per diem and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Field Service Technician or Electrician on industrial systems or equipment.
• Ability to read schematics and single-line drawings.
• Familiarity with high voltage circuits and low voltage controls (12-24 VDC).

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test distribution panels, disconnects, conduit, and wire for ACP systems.
• Install, assess, troubleshoot, and repair ACP equipment and CCTV systems.
• Coordinate with site teams to safely conduct installations and service actions.
• Provide daily reports and organize documentation for each installation or repair visit.

Skills

Field electrician

Reading schematics

High voltage up to 480 VAC

Driver's license

US work authorization

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Perimeter Security Partners is looking for a motivated Traveling Field Electrician with strong electrical and mechanical experience to install distribution panels, disconnects, conduit, and wire, to terminate electrical and signal wire, and to test systems for new installations at access control points (ACPs) and associated equipment throughout the United States. While the primary purpose of this role is new installations (construction), the position also supports repair activities on existing access control point (ACP) equipment throughout the United States.
The Traveling Field Electrician will provide electrical support for the installation and repair of ACP equipment, to include vehicle barriers and associated safety systems, site-built and pre-fabricated guard booths, and closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems portable message boards and generators light carts, and related equipment at commercial, government and military sites. The ideal candidate will have experience with electrical systems, low voltage controls, variable frequency drives, electro-mechanical drive systems, and hydraulic drive systems, especially those related to vehicle barriers and ACP equipment.

Duties

• The Field Electrician must be able to work independently with little supervision, and to be a positive representative for Perimeter Security Partners with Clients.
• Install, terminate, and test distribution panels, disconnects, conduit, wire, and other equipment for ACP systems.
• Install, assess, troubleshoot, and repair ACP equipment and CCTV systems.
• Coordinate closely with Site Superintendent, Project Managers, Client representatives and other personnel to safely conduct installations, maintenance and service actions while minimizing operational impacts.
• Install and execute repairs on ACP equipment using checklists, drawings and specifications, manufacturer’s guidance, and technical expertise.
• Provide daily reports on equipment condition, services performed, and additional work needed.
• Develop material / equipment lists and labor estimates for new installations and to correct deficiencies.
• Draft and organize electronic documentation following each installation or repair visit, including compiling receipts, reviewing completed checklists, obtaining Client approval signature(s), composing technician reports, and other close-out documents.
• Operate in a safe manner and coordinate maintenance of a service vehicle.

Requirements, Skills, And Qualifications

• Experience as a Field Service Technician or Electrician on industrial systems, motors, and drives. Advanced skill at bending / installing conduit highly desired.
• Ability to read schematics and single-line drawings
• Familiarity with high voltage circuits up to 480 VAC and low voltage controls (12-24 VDC)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test to permit access to military installations and similar controlled areas
• Desired: electrical certification / licensing
• Desired: heavy equipment operator (forklift, lull, man lift)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds to waist level.

Additional Information

• 85% or more travel, typically for two (2) to three (3) weeks at a time to project sites across the United States.
• Employee will be given a company credit card for approved expenses (e.g. hotel, fuel, tools, and materials).
• A fixed per diem to cover meals and incidental expenses will also be provided
• Hands-on and other training opportunities available to augment skills and increase proficiency with a wide variety of security equipment.

Benefits

• Full Time / Hourly Pay ($30 - $35 per hour based on experience, plus per diem and ample overtime opportunities throughout the year)
• 80% of work performed on Federal job sites that may pay higher wage based on location.
• Matching 401K (100% match up to 4% of pay).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company premium contributions.
• Eligibility for annual performance bonus.
• Monthly phone allowance.
• 11 company paid holidays, paid sick time, and paid vacation time.

Perimeter Security Partners (PSP) is a small business based near Nashville, TN that is wholly focused on the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of Active Vehicle Barrier (AVB) systems and related Access/Entry Control Point (ACP/ECP) facilities and equipment. We've experienced 1,574% growth over the past 7 years, and recently earned our third straight year of recognition on Inc. Magazine’s influential Inc. 5,000 list. PSP is a rapidly growing, nimble company with extraordinary room for growth as you learn the industry and demonstrate your initiative. Join a team-based atmosphere where you collaborate directly with the owners to ensure our projects are successful and our customers are taken care of. Customers include the U.S. Military and Fortune 500 companies. Protect those who make our country strong!