Field Service Technician (NETA 3)
About The Position
The Field Service Technician (NETA 3) serves as a project lead technician, performing moderately complex inspections, tests, measurements, data collection, and testing on de-energized, locked-out/tagged-out equipment. The role includes setting up and removing test equipment, maintaining records, supporting switching and safety grounding, evaluating equipment, coordinating with other skills and operations, supervising technicians, writing reports, and troubleshooting. The technician leads projects from start to finish, mentors project co-lead technicians and assigned NETA field technicians, and is responsible for project success and the final report. The position requires travel up to 50% of the time, occasional overtime as needed, and compliance with mandated personal protective equipment requirements. Work may involve confined spaces and exposure to conditions such as heat, fumes, smoke, water, noise, vibration, grease, oil, and dust.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 5 years of experience.
- Basic understanding of electrical theory.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong interpersonal, social, and customer service skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain attention to detail.
- Satisfactory background and motor vehicle record check.
- Must pass applicable pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, and/or random drug testing.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
- Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to walk, stand, climb, pull, push, sit, and work in cramped or confined spaces.
- Must wear required PPE, including arc-flash suit, safety glasses, hard hat, respirator, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree from an accredited two-year technical college or trade school.
- NETA certification level 3.
- OSHA 30-hour training, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED, or Power DB training.
Responsibilities
- Perform moderate to advanced electrical measurements and accurately collect and record data.
- Lead and manage projects through successful completion from start to finish.
- Supervise and mentor project co-lead technicians and field technicians assigned to projects.
- Write detailed reports on test results and findings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
- Assist with setting up and removing test equipment for testing activities.
- Handle and store test equipment properly; maintain equipment and work-area cleanliness and keep tools and equipment in good condition.
- Perform inspections, tests, evaluations, safety grounding, switching, and troubleshooting on de-energized, locked-out/tagged-out equipment.
- Support project success, including preparation of the final report.
- Perform additional tasks as required to support organizational goals and changing business needs.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Incentives for certifications.
- Referral bonus program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products.
- 401(k) program with company match.
- Performance program.
- Paid parental leave.
- PTO, including wellness days and paid holidays.
- Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off and leave benefits.
- Eligible roles may include additional compensation such as bonuses or incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
