Industrial Electrical Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Industrial Electrical Field Technician

Position Overview

Travel: 95% Domestic Travel Required

At PGDS, we solve electrical problems. Every project is different and every day brings a new challenge. Our customers depend on us to test, troubleshoot, commission, maintain, repair, and restore critical electrical systems across a wide range of industries. We are looking for experienced Industrial Electrical Field Technicians who enjoy solving problems, working safely, supporting their teammates, and doing whatever it takes to successfully complete the job.

What You'll Do

Perform electrical troubleshooting, testing, commissioning, startup, preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and modifications.

Work on low, medium, and high-voltage electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, MCCs, VFDs, PLCs, generators, protective relays, and power distribution systems.

Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, and manufacturer documentation.

Use laptops, tablets, testing software, and Microsoft Office to complete electronic reports and communicate project information.

Travel throughout the United States supporting customer projects.

Travel Requirement

95% domestic travel is mandatory.

Extended travel assignments (multi-day / multi-week) are common.

Work is performed at customer industrial facilities, substations, marine vessels, and generator sites.

Must be comfortable working away from home frequently.

What We're Looking For

3-7 years of industrial electrical, field service, commissioning, maintenance, or power systems experience.

Strong troubleshooting skills.

Ability to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.

Willingness to perform a variety of electrical work based on customer needs.

Valid driver's license.

Preferred Background

Technical school in Electrical, Power Systems, Substation, Relay Technology, or Utility Lineman

Experience in substation or industrial power environments

Exposure to protective relays and secondary injection testing

Familiarity with Siemens, Eaton, SEL, GE Multilin equipment

Experience working with VFDs and PLC-controlled systems

Essential Physical Functions

Stand up to 10–12 hours per shift. 

Walk throughout industrial facilities. 

Climb stairs and ladders. 

Kneel, squat, crawl, and bend. 

Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. 

Work around energized equipment. 

Work in confined spaces. 

Work outdoors in varying weather conditions. 

Operate hand and power tools.

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Minimum 2–4 years of electrical, industrial maintenance, or field service experience

Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams and electrical schematics

Demonstrated understanding of safe work practices in electrical environments

Ability to travel 95% domestically

Required Safety and Training (Must Be Obtained Within First 30 Days of Employment if Not Already Held)

OSHA 30

NFPA 70E (Arc Flash Safety Training)

CPR / AED Certification

Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) 

Why PGDS

If you enjoy solving problems, learning new skills, working with great teammates, and taking pride in helping customers keep their operations running, PGDS offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a difference every day.