Sr Field Technician

Electric Power Systems • Germantown, MD

57d • $55 - $75

About The Position

The Sr. Field Technician will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with electrical equipment, such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Requirements

• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Complete a satisfactory criminal background check
• Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time
• Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record
• 10+ Years Relevant Industry Experience
• NETAIIICertified or NETAIVCertified a plus

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience with the following test equipment : Power Factor Ductor Megger CT ration & saturation Hi-Pot
• Knowledge of the following equipment: Circuit Breakers Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV Transformers Switchgear Motors PT's & CCVT's
• Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Must be able to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel
• Lead safety briefings on job sites, identify, eliminate, or mitigate hazards
• Perform High, Medium, and Low voltage testing of electrical power equipment as a crew leader
• Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tool
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components
• Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members
• Ability to install, test and maintain electrical apparatus
• Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results
• Develop and write reports
• Create plans for testing apparatus
• Project management of large scale and complex
• Ability to train and qualify Field Technician I, II and III.
• Interact with customers
• Ability to perform complex troubleshooting

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree