Field Service Technician, NETA

Shermco Industries

NETA Field Service Technician responsible for electrical testing, maintenance, and repairs at customer locations. Working with high-voltage electrical systems and ensuring safety standards.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeCedar Park • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in testing and troubleshooting low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems, including switchgear and transformers. Proficient in adhering to safety procedures and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

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Switchgear Testing & TroubleshootingElectrical Safety ProceduresNETA CertificationPowerDB ExperienceElectrical Power & Controls Degree

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Hard Skills

Transformer TestingCable TestingRelay CalibrationData CollectionEmergency ResponseElectrical System InspectionTest Equipment OperationVoltage TestingTroubleshooting TechniquesData Entry

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelPowerDBTest EquipmentData Analysis Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA CertificationOSHA 30 HourCPR/First Aid/BBP/AED Training

Industry Keywords

Electrical SystemsHigh VoltageMedium VoltageLow VoltageIndustrial TestingCommercial TestingElectrical Power ProductionMilitary TrainingFit for Duty Physical ExamDrug-Free Workplace

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Training on safety procedures