Infrared Field Technician

ABB•Seattle, WA

1d•Remote

About The Position

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Sr. Director - Field Services As an Infrared Field Technician, you will evaluate and monitor the condition of clients’ electrical, mechanical, and structural systems using infrared imaging technology. This role may also involve vibration data collection and ultrasound testing across high-voltage electrical systems, compressed air, steam, and mechanical systems. You will support a diverse range of ABB customer facilities, including leading software development companies, big-box distribution centers, and more. This is a remote position requiring frequent travel, up to 60% of the time, including trips of two hours or more from the employee’s home location. Overnight travel should be expected. Candidates must reside within a one-hour commute of Kansas City, KS; Seattle, WA; or Boston, MA.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of hands-on electrical or mechanical experience.
Ability to pass the ABB Level I Thermography course.
A strong safety orientation as well as being willing and able to wear up to Category 4 Personal Protective Equipment while on the job.
Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand for extended periods throughout the day.
Ability to speak and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrate a professional presence that builds trust and reinforces customer confidence in our company.
Basic computer skills in current software platforms, as well as the ability to work with mobile devices, such as laptops/tablets, are required.
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections and reporting: Perform infrared and visual inspections of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems; document findings using ABB’s proprietary tools.
Client and contractor coordination: Manage contracted electricians, collaborate with client personnel, and advise on mitigation techniques for identified issues.
Ensure compliance and safety: Follow ABB’s Electrical Safety PPE policy and safely access energized equipment.
Administrative and operational tasks: Complete expense reports promptly, maintain reliable attendance, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
Vision benefit.
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.
Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance.
Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program.
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
Employee discount program.
Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
Time off ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.