Field Tech/ Sr. Field Tech - Power Systems Tech I, II, III, or IV

Now Hiring•Bellevue, WA

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About The Position

RESA Power is hiring Field Techs / Power Systems Techs at levels I through IV to service, test, maintain, troubleshoot, start up, and commission electrical power transmission and distribution equipment. The work includes low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems up to 500 kV; protective relaying equipment and substation controls; switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, cables, and associated equipment. Technicians document commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures, evaluate test results, and support the safe and reliable operation of customers’ electrical infrastructure. Senior-level technicians may mentor and lead other technicians, supervise projects and crews, perform complex investigations and prepare reports, and work independently. The role includes rotating emergency on-call duty and responding promptly to customer emergencies when called. Travel may be up to 50–75%, with overnight-work per diem available. The position is full-time, nationwide, and eligible for overtime. The stated pay range is $25–$65 per hour, depending on skill set, certification, and experience. Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates. RESA Power describes itself as a trusted electrical distribution systems service provider operating across the United States and Canada. Its mission is to ensure reliable and safe mission-critical power throughout customers’ electrical infrastructure lifecycle. The company emphasizes safety, integrity, customer service, growth, problem-solving, execution, and strong relationships.

Requirements

Field Tech: High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience.
Power Systems Tech II: High school diploma or GED, at least 2 years of related experience, and NETA Level II Certification.
Power Systems Tech III: High school diploma or GED, at least 5 years of related experience, and NETA Level III Certification.
Power Systems Tech IV: Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience and at least 5 years of experience, or 10 years of related experience; NETA Level IV Certification.
Knowledge of industry standards such as NETA, NEC, OSHA, and NFPA.
Ability to work safely and adhere to electrical safety procedures.
Good theoretical understanding of electricity and aptitude for problem solving.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
Dependability, responsibility, sound judgment, and organizational skills.
Good customer service, time management, and follow-up skills.
Ability to work effectively with customers, peers, and management to resolve client issues.
Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office, and use of the Internet to research standards, products, and manufacturers.
Valid driver’s license required for positions that use a company vehicle.
Tech II must understand lockout/tagout procedures and requirements, arc-flash and shock hazard analyses, and other hazardous electrical energy control procedures; the role generally performs testing and service work under direct supervision.
Tech III must be able to mentor and lead Level I and II technicians as directed, manage routine and moderately complex tasks and projects, evaluate test data, and provide guidance and perform electrical power switching.
Tech IV must be able to mentor and lead Level I, II, and III technicians as directed, manage routine and moderately complex tasks and projects, provide guidance, perform electrical power switching, and work independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MCCs, breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, and switchgear start-up through 500 kV class, or similar experience.
Relevant military training, such as Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, Navy, or another related program.
Experience filling and working with SF6-filled equipment and gas-insulated switchgear; desired but not required.
NETA certification at the level corresponding to the applicable Power Systems Tech II, III, or IV role.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, start up, and collect data on low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems up to 500 kV.
Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relaying equipment, including relay panels, transformers, and circuit breakers.
Develop and document standardized commissioning, testing, and maintenance procedures for relay systems.
Functionally test substation control circuits to validate proper relay operation.
Create relay macros and testing routines to verify system protection and control configurations.
Perform end-to-end relay testing using specialized software and identify relay behavior under fault conditions.
Review relay settings and logic equations for alignment with design requirements.
Test low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
Inspect, maintain, test, recondition, and repair transformers from 45 kVA to 130 MVA, including dry-type and oil-filled equipment.
Maintain, test, recondition, and repair low-voltage 480-volt molded-case and air-magnetic circuit breakers, and medium-voltage breakers up to 15 kV, including air-magnetic and vacuum types.
Test and inspect low- and medium-voltage cable installations.
Operate high-voltage test equipment, including Doble Power Factor test sets.
Start up, troubleshoot, and repair controls and transfer schemes.
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner when called.
Conduct work and make decisions in strict compliance with applicable regulatory laws and electrical safety procedures.
For Tech III and IV roles, mentor and lead technicians as directed; evaluate test data and maintain records, with responsibility for others’ safety.
For Tech IV roles, supervise large projects and multiple crews as directed, work independently, perform complex investigations, tests, and evaluations, and prepare written reports as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.