Field Service Technician

Job Description

• [Company] has an immediate opening for a Field Service Technician.
• This position can be located within 50 miles of Richmond, VA, Norfolk, VA, Lynchberg, VA, Hanover, MD, Fredricksburg, VA,or Charlottesville, VA.
• The primary function of the Service Technician is to provide field service engineering and technical assistance to customers in the areas of installation, testing, start-up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of electrical power distribution equipment, controls and rotating apparatus for commercial, petrochemical, mining, water and waste water and power generation facilities. Individuals must be capable of self-managing assigned projects for electrical equipment, including a working knowledge of electrical test and diagnostic equipment. Equipment includes circuit breakers, switchgear, motor control centers, relays, meters, programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, transducers, contactors, ground-grid systems, switchboards, panelboards and various other electrical equipment. Candidate will deliver technical solutions to customers with a high degree of professionalism. Performs conventional less complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, preparation of specifications, process studies, or research investigations. Will evaluate electrical distribution systems in compliance with industry (NEC, ANSI, UL and CSA) standards.

Position Criteria:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be flexible to adjust to changing field conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree from accredited University or equivalent professional experience.
• Please note relocation is not included with this position. Only local candidates within the geographic area listed will be considered.

Basic Qualifications (Including Educational Requirements)

• Minimum of 5 yrs. experience in a field service environment servicing electrical equipment.
• Authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
• Valid Driver’s license with no restrictions