Field Service Technician

Dashiell•Gonzales, LA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Dashiell is hiring a Field Service Technician for its Field Services team, supporting high-voltage substation and power system testing, maintenance, and commissioning. The position is based at the Gonzales, Louisiana office and reports to the Field Supervisor. The hire will be placed at Level I, Level II, Level III, or Senior based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated knowledge. Scope, autonomy, and assignment complexity increase with each level. The role performs or leads electrical testing and commissioning of substations, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, power apparatus, and station auxiliary systems. Depending on level, work ranges from assisting under close supervision to directing crews and overseeing multiple projects. Duties include interpreting electrical drawings, performing calculations, troubleshooting equipment and test anomalies, preparing and reviewing reports, coordinating with clients and project teams, and providing technical guidance and mentorship. The position requires extensive travel, including overnight stays, and involves outdoor work in varying weather and industrial job-site conditions, exposure to electrical hazards and energized equipment, and use of required personal protective equipment. It is designated safety-sensitive and requires compliance with applicable safety, driving, and drug and alcohol testing policies. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with company policy.

Requirements

For Level I, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field; equivalent field technician experience may substitute (2 years for an Associate’s degree or 4 years for a Bachelor’s degree). No prior professional experience is required, but foundational electrical systems knowledge is expected.
For Level II, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field, or equivalent field technician experience in lieu of the degree (2 years for an Associate’s degree or 4 years for a Bachelor’s degree); at least 1 year of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or a related field service role.
For Level III, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field, or equivalent field technician experience in lieu of the degree (2 years for an Associate’s degree or 4 years for a Bachelor’s degree); at least 3 years of progressive experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or a related field service role.
For Senior level, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent field technician experience in lieu of the degree (2 years for an Associate’s degree or 4 years for a Bachelor’s degree); at least 5 years of progressive high-voltage testing and commissioning experience with crew leadership or senior technician capability.
At Level II and above, proficiency in the standard high-voltage testing procedures relevant to the level; higher levels require advanced expertise in testing, commissioning, protective relay schemes, troubleshooting, or crew leadership as described for that level.
Basic understanding of high-voltage electrical systems, substations, power apparatus, and power distribution equipment for Level I; working knowledge or expertise in these areas increases by level.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams; wiring diagram interpretation and electrical calculations are required at higher levels.
Mathematical proficiency through trigonometry for Levels II and III.
For Senior level, thorough knowledge of safety and health regulations applicable to high-voltage electrical work, including NFPA 70E and OSHA standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with increasing ability at higher levels to communicate with project leadership, Engineering, and clients.
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 stated physical and environmental requirements, including extended standing and walking, climbing, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working near energized equipment, wearing required PPE, and frequent travel.
At least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work permanently in the United States 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 for 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, power apparatus, and station auxiliary systems, with scope and independence appropriate to the assigned level.
Conduct standard and advanced tests, including insulation resistance, contact resistance, turns ratio, power factor, hi-pot, circuit breaker timing, cable testing, and protective relay testing and calibration.
Test, maintain, commission, and troubleshoot low-voltage AC/DC systems, including station batteries, chargers, inverters, distribution panels, and related controls.
Support or direct equipment start-ups and energization activities, including preparation of test equipment, cable setup, data recording, and commissioning work.
Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, and wiring diagrams, and redline drawings to reflect field conditions as needed.
Perform or verify electrical calculations, including transformer turns ratios, power factor corrections, relay and metering circuit verification, and fault current analysis.
Diagnose test anomalies and equipment issues, conduct root cause analysis, and determine or direct corrective actions.
Apply high-voltage switching concepts and procedures, and develop or review switching orders when required.
Maintain accurate field notes, equipment logs, test reports, commissioning documentation, and other quality deliverables; validate or approve work produced by crew members at higher levels.
Lead field assignments and crews, plan and coordinate daily work and resources, and maintain project scope, schedule, quality, and productivity.
Serve as a technical point of contact and, at the Senior level, the primary client-facing field representative; coordinate with clients, Field Supervisors, Project Managers, and Engineering.
Follow safety procedures, use required PPE, comply with lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E, and OSHA standards, and participate in or lead JSTAs and safety briefings.
Guide, mentor, train, and provide feedback to junior field staff; support onboarding and technician development.
Provide technical input to proposal and estimating teams on testing scope, durations, crew requirements, and equipment needs.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned or requested.

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 insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Group accident insurance.
Hospital indemnity insurance.
401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.