Field Services Technician

Dashiell•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$60,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com. Job Title: Field Service Technician Job Location: 7001 East Fish Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN 55311 Primary Function : The Technician I will perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start-ups of high voltage substations. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee job knowledge and abilities.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrcal Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution is preferred. For our Field Supervisor position, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
Possession of skills in the following areas:
Proficiency in electrical testing methodologies and related software tools
Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards
Ability to interpret and draw one-line, three-line, AC/DC, and control diagrams
Strong analytical and mathematical skills (including trigonometry)
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a TWIC card
Must pass drug, alcohol, and background checks
Work situations will require an adjusted work schedule, possibly long days, evening/weekend hours in order to meet customer requirements
Must be able to work on feet throughout the work shift
At times will be required to work in austere working conditions
Be able to properly lift up to 50 lbs.
Travel to job sites is required.
Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
Work may occur in hazardous or outdoor environments (substations, petrochemical plants, refineries).
Overnight travel up to 25% may be required.
Extended or weekend hours as needed for project schedules.
Indoor work for documentation, training, and coordination tasks.
Must work safely in all weather conditions and confined spaces.
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear included (but not limited to) the following:
Protective relays and relaying systems
Circuit breakers
Power transformers
Current and potential transformers
Meters, transducers, and power system metering
Power Cables
Grounding Systems
Motors and Motor Starter
Station Batteries and Chargers
Alarm Systems and Annunciator
Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis.
Make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs
Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended
Represent the company in a professional manner with regard to communicating and interfacing with clients
Communicate effectively with the company management team on a regular basis regarding project status and the scheduling of manpower and equipment
Make safety a top priority, realizing that the company has Zero Tolerance for those who do otherwise
Other duties as required

Benefits

As a valued employee you will be eligible to participate in our full benefits program, including, but not limited to:
PPO and HDHP medical options with FSA or HSA
Dental and vision insurance
Supplemental life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
Life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and employee assistance plan (no cost to employee)
401(k) plan with immediate vesting
Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefits and wellness programs
The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee.
Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!