Electrical Service Technician

Interstates•Columbus, OH

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Service Technician leads a field crew of 3–15 people and works on tools as needed. The position is on-site and involves managing projects, communicating needs, maintaining budgets, building client relationships, and upholding safety standards. The technician coordinates with owner and manufacturing representatives to test, troubleshoot, and commission 480V power distribution equipment; tests and configures parameters and modifies electrical systems for plant production; and troubleshoots and repairs 480V and 120V panels, including power and control wiring, PLCs, relays, and power supplies. The role requires reading schematics, technical drawings, and manuals to identify problems and repair equipment. The technician leads and motivates the team, maintains productive relationships with client representatives and allied trades, and takes overall responsibility for jobsite and crew safety. Other duties may be assigned. The role requires travel in and around South Bend, Indiana, within a radius of up to 200 miles. Applicants must live permanently in South Bend or be willing to relocate there and must have reliable transportation. Start times, breaks, and hours vary by project site and stage. Employees work more than 40 hours per week but no more than 60; weekend work may occasionally be required. Work may involve high or precarious places, electrical-shock hazards, outdoor weather, climbing and working at heights, confined spaces, moderate noise, and dust. Employees are expected to work safely in these conditions and comply with safety standards.

Requirements

Experience working on-site on industrial electrical projects.
At least 3 years of experience leading a crew.
A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
A state-issued journeyman electrician's license or equivalent experience.
Must live permanently in South Bend, Indiana, or be willing to permanently relocate there.
Reliable transportation.
Comfort working in the described work conditions and complying with safety standards.

Nice To Haves

Desire to help build a team and culture.

Responsibilities

Lead and motivate a field crew of 3–15 people, working on tools when needed.
Work on-site with the crew, manage projects, communicate needs, maintain budgets, and build client relationships.
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 a strong safety tone and participate actively in the Interstates behavior-based safety program.
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; group life insurance; and other benefits.
Company discount perk program.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Flexible schedule.
End-of-fiscal-year bonus 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 aligned with 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.