Electrical Service Technician

Interstates•Dulles, VA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Service Technician works on-site on industrial electrical projects in and around South Bend, Indiana, within a travel radius of up to 200 miles. The role leads a crew of 3–15 people while remaining willing to perform hands-on field work as needed. The technician works closely with the crew, manages projects, communicates project needs, maintains budgets, builds client relationships, and upholds safety standards. The role coordinates with owners and manufacturing representatives to test, troubleshoot, and commission 480V power distribution equipment. It also tests and configures parameters, modifies electrical systems for plant production, and troubleshoots and repairs 480V and 120V panels and related power and control wiring, PLCs, relays, and power supplies. The technician reads schematics, technical drawings, and manuals to identify and repair equipment issues. Applicants must be permanently located in South Bend, Indiana, or be willing to relocate there, and must have reliable transportation. Travel is required. Start times, breaks, and hours vary by job site and project stage. Employees work more than 40 hours per week but no more than 60; occasional weekend work may be required. The work environment can include high or precarious places, electrical-shock hazards, outdoor weather, heights, confined spaces, and dust. The noise level is usually moderate, and employees must follow safety standards.

Requirements

Desire and experience working on-site on industrial electrical projects.
At least 3 years of experience leading a crew.
Desire to help build a team and a culture.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
State-issued journeyman electrician’s license or equivalent experience.
Must be permanently located in South Bend, Indiana, or willing to permanently relocate there.
Reliable transportation.
Willingness to travel in and around South Bend, Indiana, within a radius of up to 200 miles.
Ability to work more than 40 hours and up to 60 hours per week; occasional weekend work may be required.
Ability to work in conditions that may include heights, confined spaces, electrical-shock hazards, outdoor weather, and dust, while complying with safety standards.

Responsibilities

Lead and motivate a crew of 3–15 people, and perform hands-on field work when needed.
Work on-site with the crew, manage projects, communicate needs, maintain budgets, build client relationships, and uphold safety standards.
Coordinate with owner and manufacturing representatives to test, troubleshoot, and commission 480V power distribution equipment.
Test and configure parameters and modify electrical systems for plant production.
Troubleshoot and repair 480V and 120V panels, including power wiring, control wiring, PLCs, relays, and power supplies.
Use schematics, technical drawings, and manuals to identify issues and repair equipment.
Set the safety tone through active participation in the Interstates behavior-based safety program and take responsibility for project and crew safety.
Build productive relationships with on-site client representatives and allied trades.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; group life insurance; and other benefits.
Company discount perk program.
Paid time off and holiday pay; flexible schedule.
Bonus incentives, including end-of-fiscal-year incentives and merit increases.
Per diem/travel pay or FAVR program benefits, as applicable.
Company-sponsored holiday events, team celebrations, and community outreach volunteer time.
Advancement opportunities tailored to employees’ long-term goals.
Company-issued cordless Milwaukee tool kit.
Continuing education and journeyman licensing renewal assistance.
Double pay for Sunday work and triple pay for occasional holiday work.
Family- and safety-oriented culture.