Field Service Specialist

Frederick, Maryland
IDj-3899
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeHybrid
Compensation$35 - $70 / hr

We're supporting an industry leader in high voltage electrical services, testing, maintenance, and repair with a Field Service Specialist opportunity that will be servicing the Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia markets. The position will require individuals to perform services in a variety of environments including data centers, substations, heavy manufacturing facilities, utilities, wastewater treatment plants, refineries, hospitals, etc. Expected overnight travel is around 20% annually to assist on larger nationwide projects from time-to-time or for training at the corporate facility. 

 

Job Summary:  

Performs electrical apparatus work onsite at customers facilities.  This includes electrical testing, preventative maintenance, commissioning, upgrades, and repairs to electrical apparatus.  

 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in the execution of mechanical and electrical tasks on equipment utilized in power transmission, distribution, and generation at customer facilities. 

  • Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and writing diagrams to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems. 

  • Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean all components in a substation. 

  • Ability to assist in the following tests: 

  • Transformer Testing – Power factor, TTR, insulation resistance, SFRA, winding resistance, partial discharge, and leakage reactance. 

  • Cable Testing – Insulation resistance, tan delta, hipot, TDR, partial discharge, and cable thumper 

  • Circuit Breaker Testing – Insulation resistance, contact resistance, power factor, breaker timing, SF6 gas analysis, CT testing, high current testing, secondary injection testing, and vacuum bottle integrity testing. 

  • Participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment. 

  • Participates in safety meetings and training. 

  • The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list; other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

  • Familiarize with industry standards such as NETA, NFPA 70E, OSHA compliance standards, safety laws, and DOT regulations. 

  • Ability to assist in complex mechanical and electrical problems. 

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills. 

  • Must have strong PC skills including email, internet, data entry, and Microsoft Office. 

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet goals and deadlines. 

  • Doble DTAF and Power DB knowledge is preferred, training will be provided. 

  • Has demonstrated the ability to be consistently on time for daily work assignments, meetings, training, etc. 

  • Demonstrates organizational skills to include on time reporting of time and expenses, weekly status reportsand any other documentation and reporting requirements. 

  • Demonstrates the responsibility required to keep tools, test equipment, and vehicles in clean and organized condition and up to date with service and calibrations. 

  

Work Environment: 

  • Must be willing to relocate within 60 miles of the hiring regional office. 

  • Corporate business hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm, but depending on the scope of works hours outside of business hours will be required. 

  • Work in close, but safe, proximity to live electrical substations. 

  • Must be able to work overtime including nights, weekends, and some holidays. 

  • Must be able to travel on overnight, multi-day, out-of-town projects. 

  • Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner. 

 

Education and Work Experience: 

  • Requires a High School Diploma or GED.  Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, or Military experience is preferred but not required. 

 

  • Experience in electrical substation testing, construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, assembly, and commissioning is preferred, but not required 

  • This role is considered an introductory position to the industry.  Other useful experience would include but is not limited to a mechanical aptitude and an attitude ripe for learning. 

 

Other Requirements: 

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check and motor vehicle check. 

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, as well as periodic, unannounced random testing. 

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to obtain an endorsement to operate a combined vehicle weight up to 26k lbs.  

  • Must be able to lift and maneuver at least 50 lbs. 

  • Must be willing to obtain a company paid TWIC card, OSHA 10/30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70E, and CPR training. 

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