Regional Technical Manager Sunbelt-Solomon Services - 3.2 Pearland, TX Job Details 4 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Field service equipment repair Customer communication Safety management experience within utilities industry Project development phase management Protective relaying Defect resolution root cause analysis Distribution switchgear Industrial equipment diagnostics Team leadership Electrical job site management Utility electrical systems Workplace dispute resolution Industrial transformer maintenance and repair Electrical safety procedures Driver's License Engineering project budget management Circuit breakers Electrical protection systems Electrical transformer installation Leading team collaboration initiatives Power system protection Managing projects Profitability analysis Electrical maintenance Productivity software Equipment testing Safety procedures for high-voltage work Commissioning phase involvement Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Managing business operations budgets Full Job Description Sunbelt Solomon is seeking an experienced Field Service Regional Technical Manager to provide technical leadership, operational oversight, and people development for our regional field service team. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of transformer installation, maintenance, testing, commissioning, repair, and emergency response activities while driving customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The Regional Technical Manager serves as the primary technical escalation point for complex field service projects and partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Sales, Project Management, Safety, and customers to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. This leader is responsible for developing field personnel, improving technical capabilities, supporting business growth, and maintaining Sunbelt Solomon's commitment to safety and exceptional customer service. These responsibilities align with best practices across leading industrial field service organizations. T echnical Leadership Provide technical leadership and guidance to Field Service Engineers, Technicians, and Project Managers. Serve as the highest regional technical escalation resource for complex transformer service projects. Support troubleshooting of power transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, LTCs, bushings, and associated electrical equipment. Review technical procedures and ensure adherence to company standards and industry best practices. Assist with root cause failure analysis and corrective action planning. Support commissioning, acceptance testing, emergency response, and outage planning. Drive standardization of field service processes across the region. Operational Leadership Manage regional field service operations to ensure safe, profitable project execution. Coordinate technician scheduling and resource allocation with Operations. Monitor project progress, utilization, labor efficiency, and backlog. Ensure projects meet quality, safety, schedule, and financial objectives. Support emergency customer response during outages. Identify opportunities to improve productivity, response times, and operational efficiency. Safety & Compliance Champion Sunbelt Solomon's safety culture. Ensure compliance with
OSHA, NFPA
70E, company safety policies, and customer safety requirements. Conduct jobsite safety observations and audits. Lead incident investigations and corrective actions. Verify technicians maintain required certifications, PPE, and training. Promote continuous safety improvement across the region. Team Leadership & Development Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop Field Service personnel. Conduct performance evaluations and establish development plans. Identify technical training opportunities to improve workforce capabilities. Assist with succession planning and leadership development. Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Customer Relationship Management Develop strong relationships with customers throughout the assigned territory. Participate in customer meetings and technical reviews. Resolve escalated customer concerns promptly and professionally. Support business development by identifying additional service opportunities. Assist Sales with technical presentations, proposals, and customer visits. Financial & Business Performance Support regional revenue, profitability, and utilization goals. Monitor labor productivity and project performance. Assist with forecasting manpower requirements. Review project costs and recommend operational improvements. Support annual business planning and strategic initiatives. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field or equivalent field experience. Minimum 8 years of electrical field service experience involving power transformers, substations, or electrical testing. Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing technical field personnel.
Strong knowledge of:
Power transformers Electrical testing Transformer maintenance Commissioning High-voltage equipment Protective relay systems Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. Ability to travel 30%. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. Expert knowledge of power transformer construction, maintenance, testing, and diagnostics. Strong understanding of electrical safety standards. Ability to lead large-scale outage and commissioning projects. Strong project management and planning skills. Financial acumen with understanding of project budgets and profitability. Excellent conflict resolution and decision-making abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/field service management systems. Preferred NETA Level III or IV Certification. Professional Engineer (PE) license. PMP Certification. Experience supporting utility, industrial, renewable energy, or data center customers. Experience with transformer manufacturing or repair operations. Physical Requirements Ability to work in industrial environments, substations, and customer facilities. Ability to climb ladders, walk uneven terrain, and lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to wear required PPE, including arc flash protection, respirators, and fall protection when required. Ability to travel extensively, including overnight travel. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Safety performance (TRIR, near misses, safety observations) Customer satisfaction Technician utilization Project profitability On-time project completion First-time quality Employee engagement and retention Training and certification completion Revenue growth within assigned region Response time to customer emergencies Where Potential Powers Progress At Sunbelt Solomon, we believe progress starts with people — their ideas, their expertise, and their drive to make energy work better. With more than a century of combined experience, we deliver full-lifecycle power, energy, and automation solutions across the Americas. From our 39+ locations and a team of over 1,600 skilled professionals, we serve nearly every industry with the people, products, and insight needed to keep the electricity running. Our solutions span low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, covering the complete electrical lifecycle, from design and engineering to operation, maintenance, modernization, and sustainable decommissioning. We're known for our expertise in remanufacturing electrical equipment, including transformers and switchgear, and for providing flexible, reliable temporary power rental solutions. Through the Sunbelt Solomon family of brands, including Trinity Power, Magna IV Engineering, and Power Solutions Group, we combine deep technical field experience with advanced engineering and turnkey project delivery. Together, we help customers optimize performance, extend asset life, and achieve sustainability goals while building a more resilient, efficient energy future. At our core, we're powered by people — innovators, engineers, technicians, and problem solvers — all working together to deliver energy solutions that move industries forward. Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values In developing our mission, purpose, vision and core business values, we engaged in a thoughtful process that incorporated the combined principles of our family of companies and reflects our commitment to valuing our history and investing in our people, services, and products.
Mission:
Through a culture of integrity, bold innovation, and customer-centricity we create value for our partners and team members with safe and reliable electrical power solutions and services.
Purpose:
To enhance the lives of our team members and partners through sustainable products and services in the communities we serve.
Vision:
To be the leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services.
Core Values:
People:
The core of our success.
Safety:
It's in our DNA.
Strategic:
We forge our own future.
Sustainability:
Industry leaders in power distribution life cycle management.
Performance:
Delivering excellence at every opportunity. Company Benefits Sunbelt Solomon offers a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package to employees who work 30 hours per week or more following 90 days of employment. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, 401k with company match, life insurance and disability, paid vacation, sick time, and holiday. Temp employees are not eligible for company benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Pre-Employment Screening Following an offer of employment all candidates are required to complete a background check and drug screen prior to being cleared to start employment. A physical, respiratory fit test, and/or Motor Vehicle Record check may also be required based on the job responsibilities and location of the position.