Field Technician III

Field Technician III

Ele ct ric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA -accredited independent ele ct rical testing and engineering organization specializing in ele ct rical acce pt ance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Ge neration, 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.

The hourly rate for this position is between $47-67 per hour. Fa ct ors which may affe ct starting pay within this ran ge may include ge ography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Field Technician III will inspe ct, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low ele ct rical power equipment. Technicians will work with ele ct rical equipment, such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variance 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 in order 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.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.
• 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 ration & 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:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred
• 5+ Years Relevant Industry Experience
• NETA III Certified
• Industry Certification Programs preferred - e.g. Infrared, Corona, Oil Analysis, Manufacturers, etc.

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, ge nder identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, a ge or any other chara ct eristics prote ct ed by state or federal laws.

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

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