Field Technician I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nevada, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Utilize electrical theory and analytical skills to troubleshoot and implement testing plans for protection and control systems and schemes.

• Assist the designated team in executing work plans safely and efficiently while maintaining a quality-assurance mindset.

• Aid in acceptance testing and routine maintenance of power equipment in transmission and distribution substations.

• Conduct testing on relaying, pilot channel equipment, controls, and communications devices.

• Validate local and SCADA metering.

• Calibrate relays.

• Execute local and SCADA trip testing.

• Test digital fault recorders (DFRs), sequence of event recorders (SERs), and end-to-end line relay systems.

• Implement test procedures for various types of relay testing equipment.

• Maintain awareness of substation operations and prioritize safety.

• Support testing activities as directed by the project leader.

⛳️ Requirements

• Understanding of 3-phase power systems.

• Familiarity with power system protection and control schemes.

• Proficient in test equipment and related software.

• Field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, as well as testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes is preferred.

• Knowledge of test equipment and tool/wiring application.

• Capability to interpret wiring and elementary diagrams.

• Basic testing skills.

• Fundamental PC skills.

• Capacity to learn and apply client-specific switching procedures and safety protocols under direct supervision.

• Ability to reference and complete tasks as outlined in applicable specifications.

• Willingness to perform regular fieldwork both indoors and outdoors.

• Quick to learn and execute test procedures for various substation equipment.

• Physical ability to perform activities such as pushing, pulling, lifting, and bending in various weather conditions.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs. unaided.

• Associate of Science in Electrical Technology (AET) or equivalent specialized training in system protection.

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Retirement savings plans, including employer matching where applicable.

• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts.

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Parental Leave.

• Paid Time Off.

• Company holidays.