Overview
Job Title: Sr. Field Technician
Job Overview:
The Senior Field Technician serves as the highest-level technical field resource, responsible for leading crews, managing complex testing and maintenance projects, and acting as a primary interface with customers and engineering teams. This role combines advanced technical expertise, leadership, and project coordination to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of substation work across a wide range of electrical equipment and systems.
Responsibilities
Safety & Leadership
- Adhere to and enforce all company safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
- Lead daily job site safety briefings, proactively identifying, eliminating, and mitigating hazards.
- Champion a strong safety culture, holding team members accountable and promoting continuous improvement through incident reviews and lessons learned.
- Utilize Human Performance Error Reduction (HPE) tools and principles to minimize risk and enhance operational reliability.
Technical Execution & Expertise
- Lead crews in the testing, inspection, maintenance, and commissioning of high, medium, and low voltage electrical equipment.
- Install, test, and maintain electrical apparatus including circuit breakers (SF6, vacuum, LV), transformers (GSU and pad-mounted), instrument transformers, grounding systems, battery systems, and switchgear.
- Perform and lead complex troubleshooting of electrical and control systems, determining root cause and implementing corrective actions.
- Analyze test results using a strong understanding of electrical theory to validate system performance and identify deficiencies.
- Consult schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and engineering resources to optimize equipment functionality and resolve issues.
- Direct repair, replacement, and maintenance activities to ensure reliable restoration of equipment and systems.
Planning, Reporting & Project Oversight
- Develop testing plans, procedures, and work scopes for electrical apparatus and commissioning activities.
- Prepare, review, and approve detailed reports documenting testing, maintenance, repairs, and system performance.
- Create and manage project documentation including test reports, discrepancy lists, and closure packages.
- Lead execution of large-scale and complex projects, coordinating field activities to meet schedule, quality, and safety requirements.
- Support project planning, resource coordination, and work sequencing to optimize field efficiency.
Team Development & Coordination
- Train, mentor, and qualify Field Technician I, II, and III personnel, ensuring development of technical skills and safe work practices.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to field crews, reinforcing standards and best practices.
- Coordinate daily activities with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
Customer & Business Interface
- Serve as a primary field point of contact for customers, providing updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring expectations are met.
- Maintain professional relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
- Represent the company in the field by delivering high-quality work and technical expertise.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with the following test equipment:
- Power Factor
- Ductor
- Megger
- CT ration & saturation
- Hi-Pot
- Knowledge of the following equipment:
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- Circuit Breakers
- Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV
- Transformers
- Switchgear
- Motors
- PT's & CCVT's
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred
- 10+ Years Relevant Industry Experience
- NETA III Certified, NETA IV Certified a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.
