Field Service Technician (NETAII/III/IV or Equivalent Experience)
Electrical Field Service Technician Our client, a nationally recognized leader in electrical power services, is seeking Field Service Technicians (Level IIIV) 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 ServicesPerform acceptance and maintenance testing per NETA standards on medium- and high-voltage equipment Test and troubleshoot: Switchgear (LV/MV) 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 & DocumentationAnalyze 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 & LeadershipSupport 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:28+ 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 - ~24 yrs / NETA II, NICET EPT II, or equivalent - $35 $60/hr Level III - ~58 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 some travel-Not a hard requirement.