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Form of workPosition Summary:
Sr Field Techs are expected to perform service, test and maintain various types of power transmission and distribution equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and/ or high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems.
Low, Medium and/ or High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing
Perform inspection, maintenance, testing and repair of transformers, circuit breakers and all related equipment – 45 KVA to 130 MVA, dry type and/ or oil filled.
Perform maintenance, testing, reconditioning and repair on circuit breakers – low voltage 480 volt (molded case and air-magnetic) medium voltage up to 15 KV (air-magnetic and vacuum)
Experience filling and working with SF6 filled equipment and gas insulated switchgear, desired but not required.
Test and inspect low and medium voltage cable installations.
Prefer experience operating high voltage test equipment including Doble Power Factor test sets.
Perform start-up, troubleshooting and repair services on controls and transfer schemes.
Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.
Other duties as assigned by manager.
Requirements
High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience and 5 years of experience in a related field.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as NETA, OSHA, IEEE and NFPA.
Strong background and experience in most types of high voltage equipment through the 230 kV class.
Prefer experience with most of the following or similar: MCC’s, Breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, performing start-up on switchgear up through 500kV class, etc. or training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, NAVY or another related program)
Complete projects consistently on budget and at a reasonable contribution.
Ability to complete on-site job reports.
Valid driver’s license required.
Benefits
Compensation: Pay range for a Sr. Field Tech range from $40 to $55 (depending on skillset, certification, and experience) per hour. Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, Employee Ownership Plan, matching 401k, anniversary bonuses, annual merit increases, and paid time off.
