Field Technician

Field Technician IIIPower Systems Testing & Maintenance

Are you an experienced electrical professional who enjoys hands-on field work, solving complex technical challenges, and working with critical power infrastructure? Join a growing team of industry experts where safety, technical excellence, and career development are at the core of everything we do.

As a Field Technician III, you will play a key role in testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical power distribution systems across a variety of customer environments. This is a highly visible, field-based position offering exposure to low, medium, and high-voltage equipment while providing a clear path for continued professional growth, including advancement through NETA certification.

If you're looking for a career where every day brings new challenges, opportunities to expand your technical expertise, and the chance to work on mission-critical electrical systems, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Travel locally and regionally to customer sites to perform electrical testing, inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.

• Test, inspect, repair, clean, and maintain power distribution equipment, including:

• Circuit breakers

• Transformers

• Switchgear

• Motors

• Current Transformers (CTs)

• Potential Transformers (PTs)

• CCVTs and related electrical apparatus

• Work safely around low, medium, and high-voltage electrical systems in industrial, utility, commercial, and mission-critical environments.

• Utilize advanced electrical testing equipment, including megger testers, ductors, Hi-Pot equipment, power factor testing equipment, and CT ratio/saturation testing instruments.

• Analyze schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering documents to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.

• Accurately document test results, maintenance activities, repairs, and field observations.

• Proactively identify and communicate safety concerns while participating in site safety meetings and programs.

• Deliver exceptional customer service by maintaining a professional and solutions-oriented approach on every job site.

• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and project teams to complete projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

• Continue building technical expertise and pursue higher levels of NETA certification and professional development.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in electrical power systems, utilities, industrial maintenance, electrical contracting, or a related technical field.

• Hands-on experience with electrical equipment and power distribution systems.

• Experience performing electrical testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, or maintenance within low, medium, or high-voltage environments.

• Strong understanding of electrical apparatus, including circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, CTs, PTs, and related equipment.

• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering documentation.

• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to established safety procedures.

• Ability and willingness to travel locally and regionally and work overtime as project demands require.

• NETA Certification, or equivalent experience that demonstrates a comparable level of technical proficiency.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data center, mission-critical, or other highly reliable power environments.

• Active pursuit of advanced NETA certification levels.

• Strong communication and customer relationship skills.

• Proven ability to problem-solve in demanding field environments.

• Commitment to ongoing technical training, safety education, and career development.

Why Join Us?

• Work with industry-leading electrical testing and maintenance professionals.

• Gain exposure to a wide range of critical power systems and technologies.

• Clear career progression and support for NETA certification advancement.

• Diverse and challenging field projects that help expand your technical expertise.

• Safety-first culture that prioritizes employee well-being and professional success.

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on the reliability and performance of critical electrical infrastructure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fayetteville, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

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 Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fayetteville,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.