Field Service Technician II/III/IV (NETAII/III/IV or Equivalent Experience)

Electrical Field Service Technician

We are actively hiring Field Service Technicians (Level IIIV) specializing in electrical power systems testing. This role supports acceptance and maintenance testing of medium- and high-voltage equipment across utility, industrial, and data center environments.

This posting is structured to support NETA-certified technicians and NICET EPT-certified professionals operating at equivalent levels.

Certification & Leveling Framework

We are targeting:

• NETA II
• NETA III
• NETA IV

NICET EPT (Electrical Power Testing) Level Alignment

Candidates without NETA may qualify if they meet the following:

• Demonstrated field experience aligned to NETA scope
• Ability to sit for and pass the equivalent NETA exam within a defined timeframe

Typical alignment:

• NICET EPT II ? NETA II equivalent
• NICET EPT III ? NETA III equivalent
• NICET EPT IV ? NETA IV equivalent

This is a key screening lever for recruiters, if unsure, default to: "Can this candidate realistically pass the corresponding NETA level exam within 612 months?"

Target Markets

Markets Requiring NETA Certification

• Charlotte, NC
• Reno, NV
• Sterling, VA

Markets Accepting Equivalent Experience (NICET / Strong Field Background)

• Ashburn, VA
• Des Moines, IA
• Tulsa, OK
• Austin, TX

Core Hiring Markets (NETA or Equivalent)

• Raleigh, NC
• Dallas, TX
• Phoenix, AZ

Compensation (Anchor for Recruiters)

NETA Level II (or ~24 yrs experience)

• $35 $60/hour

NETA Level III (or ~58 yrs experience)

• $65 $75/hour

NETA Level IV (Senior / SME / Lead)

• $75 $85+/hour

Additional Comp Notes

• Typical per diem: ~$127/day (based on General Services Administration guidelines)
• Most clients provide:
• Company card OR reimbursed expenses
• Travel coverage (lodging, flights, rental)

What They'll Be Doing

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing per NETA standards
• Test and troubleshoot:
• Switchgear (LV/MV)
• Transformers
• Breakers
• Relays / protection systems
• Execute LOTO and safety procedures (NFPA 70E)
• Analyze test results and identify deficiencies
• Generate field reports and documentation
• Support or lead field teams depending on level

Leadership Expectations by Level

• Level II: Executes testing with supervision
• Level III: Leads small crews, owns portions of projects
• Level IV: SME / Lead Tech, client-facing, project ownership

Must-Have Qualifications

• 28+ years of electrical testing experience (level dependent)
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems
• Familiarity with:
• NETA standards
• NFPA 70E
• Ability to travel (~50%)
• Valid driver's license

Preferred

• NETA Certification (IIIV)
• OR NICET EPT Certification (IIIV)
• OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid, PowerDB

What "Good" Looks Like (For Recruiters)

Strong candidates will have:

• Hands-on testing experience (not just electrical maintenance)
• Exposure to medium/high voltage systems
• Experience with test equipment (Megger, Doble, Omicron, etc.)
• Ability to explain testing procedures and results

Screening Shortcut (Use This)

If the recruiter isn't technical, ask:

1. What kind of equipment have you tested?
2. What voltage levels have you worked on?
3. Have you worked under NETA standards or similar?
4. Could you pass a NETA II/III/IV exam if required?

If they struggle here ? likely not a fit.

Travel & Work Conditions

• Up to 50% travel (varies by project)
• Overtime available depending on project scope
• Field-based work (industrial, utility, data centers)