NETA Field Service Technician

Integrated Power Services•Burlington, NC

About The Position

As a NETA Field Service Technician at Southland Electrical Supply, an IPS company, you will test and maintain low-, medium-, and high-voltage power distribution equipment for commercial and industrial clients. The role also includes helping lead field teams; the company is currently hiring NETA III technicians to lead teams. Testing is performed under NETA standards to support equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency. Training is available for candidates who need additional skills or certifications. The work includes testing and calibrating electrical equipment; troubleshooting, inspecting, starting up, and collecting data on power distribution systems; and inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and recommissioning equipment. You will mentor Level I and II technicians, follow safety protocols, communicate findings and resolutions to customers, and document completed work. The position requires flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed and willingness to be on call.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant testing experience.
At least 3 years of driving experience, a valid driver's license, and an acceptable driving record.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, operating manuals, and safety guidelines.
Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as required, and willingness to be on call.
Ability to work overtime.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background and driving record investigation is required for an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree from an accredited two-year technical college in Electrical Power, or similar military experience or training (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or Navy Seabee).
NETA Certification III, or equivalent skills and experience to become NETA certified.
Experience with RTS or protective relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, automatic transfer switching, switchgear start-ups up through 500kV class, and VFDs.
OSHA 30-hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training.
Power DB experience.
Additional skills or certifications; training is available through the company's program.

Responsibilities

Test and maintain low-, medium-, and high-voltage power distribution equipment for commercial and industrial clients.
Test and calibrate instrument transformers, power transformers, cables, circuit breakers, switchgear, protective relays, and related equipment.
Perform power transformer tests including Doble, insulation resistance, and transformer turns ratio (TTR) testing.
Perform cable testing, including power factor, Tan Delta, VLF, and hipot testing.
Perform primary and secondary injection testing, protective relay testing, continuity and ground fault testing, and power quality testing.
Troubleshoot, inspect, perform start-ups, and collect data on switchgear, circuit breakers, cables, transformers, protective relays, VFDs, and ATS equipment.
Inspect equipment, diagnose issues, replace parts, make recommendations, and recommission equipment.
Assist with leading field teams and mentor Level I and Level II technicians on best practices, safety, and technical procedures.
Follow safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO).
Work with teammates to accomplish shared goals.
Communicate equipment issues and resolutions clearly to customers.
Complete reports documenting work performed.