Field Service Technician III

Field Service Technician III

We're looking for an experienced Field Service Technician III to lead complex electrical testing, maintenance, and commissioning activities on high-voltage substations and power systems. Operating with minimal supervision, you'll exercise independent technical judgment, manage multi-discipline test procedures, and serve as a technical resource for field crews.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex electrical testing and commissioning activities on high-voltage substations, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, and protective relay systems with minimal supervision.
• Execute advanced test procedures including insulation resistance, contact resistance, turns ratio, power factor, hi-pot, circuit breaker timing, and cable fault location.
• Perform advanced protective relay testing and calibration on microprocessor-based systems (e.g., SEL, ABB, Siemens, GE), including complex protection schemes such as bus and transformer differential and line distance relaying.
• Lead testing and commissioning of power apparatus and low-voltage AC/DC station auxiliary systems; diagnose and resolve complex test anomalies.
• Interpret and analyze complex electrical drawings, schematics, one-line and three-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams; redline drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for assigned projects, interfacing with Field Supervisors, Project Managers, Engineering, and clients.
• Prepare comprehensive test reports and commissioning documentation to the highest quality standards; validate reports and data produced by field crew members.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and developing field staff on advanced testing procedures and troubleshooting techniques.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Directly influence project success by leading the most technically demanding testing and commissioning activities with confidence and precision.
• Elevate the quality of our technical deliverables by validating test data and reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency across the team.
• Reduce project risk through independent technical judgment and proactive resolution of testing anomalies and equipment issues.
• Strengthen the technical capability of our field workforce through hands-on mentorship of junior and developing field staff.
• Support business development efforts by providing credible technical input on testing scope and approach for project pursuits.
• Reinforce our reputation as a premier field services provider through expert-level technical performance and professional client engagement.

What You Bring

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field (equivalent field experience considered in lieu of a degree).
• 3+ years of progressive experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or a related field service role.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced high-voltage electrical testing procedures, including protective relay testing, power transformer testing, circuit breaker testing, cable testing, and power system commissioning.
• Proven ability to independently lead complex, multi-discipline test procedures with minimal supervision.
• Advanced knowledge of protective relay systems, including complex protection schemes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose testing anomalies, perform root cause analysis, and develop corrective actions.
• Excellent technical report writing skills with the ability to produce and validate comprehensive commissioning documentation.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Doble, Megger, Omicron, or similar test equipment platforms.
• Prior experience in electric utility T&D construction or industrial commissioning environments.
• Experience with SCADA systems, power line carrier, and infrared thermography services.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E, IEEE, and ANSI standards applicable to high-voltage testing.

This is a field-based role requiring extended standing and walking (up to 8-12 hours), climbing stairs and ladders, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and work near energized electrical equipment. Required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, FR clothing) is provided for site work. This position involves frequent travel, including overnight stays, and is classified as safety-sensitive.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.