Field Service Test Technicians travel to customer sites (industrial & commercial) to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and high voltage (480 Volt to 600 kV) electrical systems
Able to travel to customer job sites across the state and bordering states
Instrument transformer tests
Power transformer testing - Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc.
Proficient testing both electro-mechanical and solid-state relays (preferred)
Cable testing - Tan Delta, Power Factor, VLF, DC Hipot
Automatic transfer switch troubleshooting
Low, Medium and High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing
Moderately complex relay calibration and power metering
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner
Requirements
Prefer an Associate’s degree from an accredited 2 year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or a EE Degree from an ABET accredited college, or similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee)
NETA Certification (III or IV) or similar desired or Electrician license preferred
Must have at least 5 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing & troubleshooting
Must have good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus
Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures
Prefer OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training; training on each can be provided by Shermco
Must be able to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check
Must be able to crawl, climb, stand and lift up to 100 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations
Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam
Must have a valid driver’s license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record
Must be available for regular overnight domestic travel and occasional international travel
U.S. passport & TWIC card a plus
Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights
If applying for position, must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit)
Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently