Field Service Technician

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Field Service Technician Job Description The Field Service Technician performs start-up, commissioning, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and service support for switchgear and related power distribution equipment across multiple facility types, including data centers. This role requires strong diagnostic skills, sound judgment, and the ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues with minimal supervision. The technician serves as a trusted customer contact in the field and may provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to entry-level technicians. Overview Job title: Field Service Technician Location: Atlanta, GA with 75% travel Pay Rate: $44-$65/hr (based on experience) * Direct Hire Opportunity * 100% employer-paid benefits * Daily Per Diem * Service Truck eligibility after 90 days Responsibilities * Independently perform start-up, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, service, and repair of equipment such as switchboards, control panels, and power products. * Install and modify electrical and mechanical components and subassemblies, including panelboard interiors, circuit breakers, bus bar, subpanels, control components, power cabling, and control wiring. * Analyze system failures, identify root causes, and determine appropriate corrective actions for moderately complex technical issues. * Troubleshoot electrical circuits, control wiring, and networking equipment to restore proper operation. * Conduct electrical testing and commissioning of switchgear in data center and other facility environments. * Interpret and work from electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation to complete tasks accurately. * Safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. * Serve as a primary contact in the field, representing the company professionally and maintaining strong customer relationships. * Provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to entry-level technicians as needed. * Travel to regional field offices, vendor sites, and customer locations, including occasional international travel, to perform field service work. Essential Skills * Minimum of 1-3 years of related electrical, mechanical, technical, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, or field service experience preferred. * At least 1+ years of experience supporting switchgear start-up and commissioning required. * 1+ years of experience commissioning and start-up of power distribution systems, including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, or related equipment commissioning activities preferred. * Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and power distribution systems required. * Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation. * Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment. * Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. * Prior experience with testing, troubleshooting, service, repair, and commissioning of switchgear in a data center environment. * Demonstrated ability to perform start-up or installation of switchgear. * Valid passport and willingness to travel up to 75% to regional field offices, vendor sites, and customer locations, including potential international travel. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience working in data center environments is preferred. * Background in power generation or power distribution for large-scale AI and cloud infrastructure is beneficial. * Comfort working with mechanical systems in addition to electrical systems. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards. * Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and internal teams. * Adaptability to different facility types and job site conditions. Why Work Here? You join a leading-edge organization in the power generation and distribution space that supports many of the world's largest AI and cloud companies. The company offers 10 paid holidays per year, quarterly profit-sharing bonuses, and benefits that are 100% employer-paid for internal employees. You can expect consistent and guaranteed work for years to come, a strong and proven long-term culture, and a supportive team that coordinates and covers travel, including per diem compensation in addition to base pay. This environment emphasizes stability, growth, and recognition for your contributions. Work Environment You work in a mix of climate-controlled office spaces and both climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled warehouse environments, with occasional exposure to customer job sites as required by project needs. The role involves regular use of hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment in industrial and data center settings, and includes travel to regional field offices, vendor locations, and customer facilities, potentially up to 75% of the time, including some international travel. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Atlanta, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending