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PTS Advance

Field Service Technician - Power Distribution

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What they do

A Field Service Technician services and repairs equipment and machines in a variety of customer locations such as residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Workers in this field can specialize in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of industrial, hardware, construction or electronic equipment just to name a few. These roles may work in a variety of remote locations and can travel up to multiple locations in a day.

$52,289 / year median in Nevada

+23% projected growth

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Job Description

PTS Advance is partnering with a leading provider of electrical power systems and services to hire an Electrical Field Service Technician in Reno, NV. This is an opportunity to join one of the largest OEMs who offer tremendous growth potential as well as immediate compensation in the form of OT opportunities, per diem, company vehicle, 401k match and more! If you enjoy working with electrical equipment, troubleshooting problems, and spending your days in the field rather than behind a desk, this is a great opportunity to grow your career while working on critical power systems. What You'll Do Perform startup, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems. Work with transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, protective relays, MCCs, VFDs, and other power distribution equipment. Perform electrical testing including current injection, resistance, dielectric, high-potential, transformer turns-ratio, and thermal testing. Troubleshoot electrical control circuits and perform service upgrades, retrofits, and repairs. Read electrical drawings, schematics, and power system studies. Assist with protective relay testing and configuration. Provide technical support and training to customers. Travel throughout TX, AZ, NM, NV, and UT. What We're Looking For 2+ years of experience in electrical testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, or field service. Experience with medium- and low-voltage electrical power systems. Familiarity with electrical test equipment and power distribution equipment. Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics. Knowledge of electrical safety standards and practices. Ability to lift and move equipment up to 75 lbs. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Preferred:
NETA, AVO, or NICET certification; thermography experience; Associate degree.
INDW Pay:
$33.00 - $55.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 70.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Relocation assistance
Work Location:
On the road