Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries

Field Service Technician responsible for electrical testing and maintenance on distribution systems. Collaborating with a team to ensure safety and efficiency at customer sites.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeReno • Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 - $70 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical testing, maintenance, and repair of low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality standards. Proficient in troubleshooting and testing switchgear, transformers, and relays, while effectively collaborating with a team in various industrial and commercial settings.

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Electrical TestingSwitchgear Testing & TroubleshootingNETA CertificationMicrosoft ExcelElectrical Safety Procedures

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Hard Skills

Electrical TestingSwitchgear TestingTransformer TestingCable TestingRelay CalibrationData CollectionTroubleshootingMaintenanceRepair ServicesEmergency Response

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

PowerDBElectrical Distribution SystemsAutomatic Transfer SwitchesTesting EquipmentData Entry Software

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA CertificationOSHA 30 HourCPR/First AidBBP/AED Training

Industry Keywords

Electrical Power & ControlsHigh Voltage SystemsMedium Voltage SystemsLow Voltage SystemsIndustrial Electrical SystemsCommercial Electrical Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Field Service Technician - Electrical Testing will be responsible for performing electrical testing, maintenance, and repair services on electrical distribution systems and equipment.
The technician will work with a team of professionals to ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
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.
Instrument transformer tests
Power transformer testing - Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc.
Test both electro-mechanical and solid state relays
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 if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel.
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, similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee)
NETA Certification (I, II, III or IV) or similar desired
Must have at least 2 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 stay Drug-Free; you will be required to pass a pre-employment hair follicle drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
Must have an acceptable pre-employment criminal background check.
Must be physically fit to crawl, climb, stand, walk and lift up to 75 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 willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights.
Must not currently or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
Must be willing to travel; minimum 40%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working hours