Power Service Technician

Power Service Technician

This role supports the Field Services team by performing testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems across generation, renewable energy, industrial, and commercial installations. You'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity and reliability of high- and low-voltage systems, directly impacting system safety, equipment performance, and customer satisfaction.

Success in this role means delivering high-quality, accurate technical work in dynamic field environments, all while upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

You'll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Travel to customer sites for inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and start-up on electrical systems (240V to 765kV)
• Perform testing on power transformers (e.g., Power Factor, TTR, Insulation Resistance) and collect oil samples
• Test and troubleshoot protective relays, LV/MV/HV cables, switchgear, switches, and circuit breakers
• Test and troubleshoot instrument transformers and control circuits
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical drawings
• Follow NETA ATS/MTS specifications and guidelines
• Manage project files, drawings, and technical documentation
• Provide excellent customer communication and service
• Train apprentices and other team members
• Be available for occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency work
• Conduct hands-on execution including start-up, commissioning, and repairs
• Handle power delivery systems: transformers, switchgear, busways, UPS, ATS, PLCs, relays, and power control systems
• Prepare and maintain detailed reports, checklists, and documentation

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

$40 - $60 per hour plus per diem

As a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders
• Tolerance to working in outdoor weather conditions and various environments
• Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated areas
• Travel to remote and on-site locations with varying conditions - up to 70%

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.