Electrical Field Service Technician

NETA II / III / IV | NICET EPT | or Equivalent Field Experience

OVERVIEW

Our client, a nationally recognized leader in electrical power services, is seeking Field Service Technicians (Level II–IV) to support acceptance and maintenance testing of medium- and high-voltage equipment across utility, industrial, and data center environments. This is a field-based role for technically skilled professionals who take pride in quality workmanship, operate with a safety-first mindset, and are ready to contribute to a high-utilization team with a deep project pipeline.

Placement title and compensation are commensurate with certification level and field experience. NETA and NICET EPT certifications are preferred but not required — strong hands-on apparatus testing experience will be considered.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Testing & Technical Services

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing per NETA standards on medium- and high-voltage equipment

• Test and troubleshoot:

  • Switchgear (MV/HV)

  • Power transformers

  • Circuit breakers

  • Protective relays and protection systems

• Execute LOTO and safety procedures in compliance with NFPA 70E

• Conduct arc-flash and shock hazard evaluations as required

Reporting & Documentation

• Analyze test results and identify deficiencies

• Generate detailed field service reports and documentation

• Provide timely updates to management and clients on findings and project status

Team & Leadership

• Support or lead field crews depending on experience and certification level

• Mentor junior technicians and trainees as applicable

Leadership Expectations by Level:

• Level II: Executes testing under supervision; building technical foundation

• Level III: Leads small crews, owns portions of projects independently

• Level IV: SME / Lead Tech — client-facing, full project ownership, mentors junior staff

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 2–8+ years of electrical testing experience (range is level dependent)

• Strong understanding of power distribution systems

• Familiarity with NETA standards and NFPA 70E

• Ability to travel up to 50%

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

• Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Certification — One of the Following:

• NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV) — preferred

• NICET EPT Certification (Level II, III, or IV) — accepted equivalent

• No certification — candidates with strong hands-on apparatus testing experience will be considered; certification is not required to apply

Also Preferred:

• OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid

• PowerDB proficiency

• OEM test equipment experience: Megger, Doble, Omicron, or similar

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Level Experience Hourly Range

Level II-2–4 yrs / NETA II, NICET EPT II, or equivalent $35 – $60/hr

Level III-5–8 yrs / NETA III, NICET EPT III, or equivalent $65 – $75/hr

Level IV-8+ yrs / NETA IV, NICET EPT IV, or equivalent $75 – $85+/hr

Additional Compensation & Benefits:

• Per diem: ~$127/day (GSA rate)

• Company card or full expense reimbursement

• Travel covered: lodging, flights, rental car as applicable

• Overtime available depending on project scope

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match

• Company vehicle provided

TRAVEL & WORK CONDITIONS

- Up to 50% travel, varies by client and project
- Field-based work across industrial, utility, and data center environments
- Overtime available on active projects
- Standard travel rotation (Regional): Monday out, Friday home — weekends protected
- Ideal candidate will be willing to travel as needed for project assignments
- Travel requirements may vary based on project scope and location