Field Technician II

About 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.

Field Technician II

The hourly rate for this position is between $35.00 – $50.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• 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

The Field Technician II 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 a variety of switches, both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

• Perform entry‑level testing of high, medium, and low electrical power equipment independently while collaborating with senior technicians.
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and resolve equipment problems and determine optimum functioning.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.

• Required: - 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 maintain a good driving record
• Preferred: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  - Experience with voltage verification, contact resistance, insulation resistance, test equipment setup, reading and understanding one‑line drawings, and identifying equipment hazards
  - Practical understanding of electrical theory and hazards, including LOTO, Arc Flash, grounding, reading electrical schematics, and testing apparatus without supervision (breakers, transformers, CTs, PTs, cables, & grounding)

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, or relevant military experience preferred
• 2–4 years of relevant industry experience
• NETA II certification

• Ability to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 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 claims to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Utilities