Field Technician I

EPS

  • Kennewick, WA
  • $32.00-48.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Overview:Job Title: Field Technician IAbout The Company:At Electric Power Systems, we specialize in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing for a wide range of clients including Utility, Generation, Renewables, Industrial, Transit, Data Centers, and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to providing a culture of safety and technical expertise as a way of setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.As a NETA accredited independent electrical testing & engineering organization, we set the standard for technical expertise and uncompromising safety within the renewable energy, data centers, and industrial industries.We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package including:
  • Competitive pay
  • Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources
  • Career Path Planning
  • Incentives for Professional Certifications
  • Competitive Per Diem
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical, vision, and dental benefits
  • 401k with company match
Pay: $32-48/hrJob Summary:The Field Technician I will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with electrical equipment, such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated.Responsibilities:
  • Performing entry level testing of High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment under supervision.
  • Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
  • Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components in a substation.
Qualifications:Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
  • Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.
  • Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with the following:
  • Voltage Verification
  • Contact Resistance
  • Insulation Resistance
  • Test Equipment Set Up
  • Read and Understand One-Line Drawings
  • Understand equipment identification and hazards associated with them
Education and Experience:
  • 0–1 year Industry Experience or 2 Year Technical Degree
Physical Requirements:
  • Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.
EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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