Field Tech - Intern

Now Hiring•San Jose, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Tech Intern is expected to perform service, test and maintain various types of power distribution equipment. While learning, the position assists Techs with measurements, equipment set up, removal, site set up and site cleanup. This role involves inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, performing start-up, and collecting data of low, medium, and high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems, including MCCs, Breakers, and moderately complex relay calibration and power metering. The intern will also test and calibrate electro-mechanical and solid-state relays, perform low, medium, and high voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing, and participate in emergency on-call duty. Responsibilities include the inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair of transformers and related equipment (45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and oil filled), as well as maintenance, testing, reconditioning, and repair on circuit breakers (low voltage 480 volt and medium voltage up to 15 KV). The role may be performed in a shop or at a customer site. Additionally, the intern will test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations and perform start-up, troubleshooting, and repair services on generator controls and transfer schemes. All work must be conducted in strict compliance with regulatory laws. The position requires flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, and availability for out-of-town work. Other job duties and tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED and minimum 1 year of experience in a related field or currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or similar course work.
Knowledge of various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
Good theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving.
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
Good customer service, time management and follow-up skills.
Work effectively with customers, peers and management to resolve client issues.
Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office.
Use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research.
For positions that utilize a company vehicle, will be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience with most of the following or similar: MCC’s, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
Perform MCC’s, Breakers and moderately complex relay calibration and power metering.
Test and calibrate electro-mechanical and solid-state relay.
Perform low, medium, and high voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing.
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies.
Perform inspection, maintenance, testing and repair of transformers and all related equipment – 45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and oil filled.
Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning and repair on circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air-magnetic).
Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning and repair on circuit breakers – medium voltage up to 15 KV (air-magnetic and vacuum).
Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
Perform start-up, troubleshooting and repair services on generator controls and transfer schemes.
Ensure all work and decisions are conducted in strict compliance with all regulatory laws.
Be available for out-of-town work.