Field Service Technician

Dashiell•Sulphur, LA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services, provides technical and construction services for critical electric infrastructure. Dashiell is seeking a Field Service Technician for its Field Services team to support high-voltage substation and power system testing, maintenance, and commissioning. The position is based at the Sulphur, Louisiana office and reports to the Field Supervisor. Placement is at Level I, Level II, Level III, or Senior based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated knowledge; responsibility, autonomy, and assignment complexity increase at each level. The technician performs or leads electrical testing and commissioning of substations, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relay systems, and station auxiliary systems. Duties range from assisting with basic tests under close supervision to independently leading complex testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and field crews. The role also involves maintaining accurate documentation, following safety procedures, communicating with clients and project teams, and mentoring technicians at applicable levels. The position requires frequent and extensive travel, including overnight stays, and regular outdoor work in varying weather and industrial job-site conditions. It is safety-sensitive and involves working near energized electrical equipment and wearing required PPE. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, depending on level; equivalent field technician experience may be considered in lieu of a degree (2 years for an Associate’s degree or 4 years for a Bachelor’s degree).
Level I: No prior professional experience required; foundational knowledge of electrical systems through education or related exposure is expected.
Level II: At least 1 year of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or a related field service role.
Level III: At least 3 years of progressive experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or a related field service role.
Senior: At least 5 years of progressive high-voltage electrical testing and commissioning experience, with demonstrated crew leadership or senior technician capability.
Demonstrated testing and commissioning knowledge appropriate to the selected level, ranging from standard high-voltage test procedures to advanced testing, protection schemes, and full system commissioning.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams; perform calculations and demonstrate mathematical proficiency through trigonometry where specified for the level.
Ability to troubleshoot and analyze test anomalies, with independent technical judgment and root cause analysis capability required at higher levels.
Senior-level candidates must be able to lead and develop field crews, review and approve commissioning documentation, and demonstrate thorough knowledge of safety and health regulations for high-voltage electrical work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interface with project leadership, engineering, and clients as appropriate to level.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
TWIC card or ability to obtain one.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing and walking, climbing, occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, crouching, working in confined spaces, and wearing required PPE.
Ability to work near energized electrical equipment and outdoors in varying weather and industrial job-site conditions.
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Doble, Megger, Omicron, or similar test equipment platforms.
Prior experience in electric utility transmission and distribution construction or industrial commissioning environments.
Familiarity with NFPA 70E, IEEE, and ANSI standards applicable to high-voltage testing.
Experience with SCADA systems, power line carrier, infrared thermography, and phasing/loading verification, particularly at higher levels.
Project management training or certification, such as PMP or CAPM, for Senior Level.

Responsibilities

Perform or lead electrical testing and commissioning of high-voltage substations, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relay systems, and power apparatus.
Conduct electrical tests such as insulation resistance, contact resistance, transformer turns ratio, power factor, hi-pot, circuit breaker timing, and, at advanced levels, cable fault location.
Test, calibrate, commission, and troubleshoot microprocessor-based protective relay systems and protection schemes.
Test and maintain station auxiliary low-voltage AC/DC systems, including batteries, chargers, inverters, distribution panels, and voltage regulation controls.
Support equipment start-ups and energization by preparing test equipment, running cables, and recording test data.
Perform electrical calculations and verify transformer turns ratios, power factor corrections, relay and metering circuits, and, at advanced levels, fault current analysis.
Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams; redline drawings to reflect field conditions as needed.
Prepare, validate, review, and approve test reports, commissioning documentation, field notes, and other quality deliverables according to level.
Diagnose and resolve equipment issues, test anomalies, and test failures; conduct or direct root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Lead field assignments and crews as appropriate to level, coordinate work activities and resources, and serve as a technical or client-facing contact on projects.
Develop, review, and apply switching orders, test procedures, and commissioning plans as required by project responsibilities.
Follow safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with lockout/tagout practices and applicable NFPA 70E and OSHA standards, and participate in or lead JSTAs and safety briefings.
Provide guidance, mentorship, training, onboarding, and performance feedback to junior or developing field staff as appropriate to level.
Coordinate with Field Supervisors, Project Managers, Engineering, and clients to resolve technical issues, manage scope changes, and maintain project progress.
Support proposal and estimating teams with technical input on testing scope, crew requirements, durations, and equipment needs.
Operate company vehicles safely, travel frequently for assignments, and perform special projects or other assigned duties.

Benefits

Company-paid life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Employee assistance program.
Medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans, with FSA or HSA options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Supplemental life insurance.
Short-term disability.
Critical illness insurance.
Group accident insurance.
Hospital indemnity insurance.
401(k) plan with immediate vesting.