Electrical Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries

. Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data at industrial and commercial customer sites .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeCedar Park • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in testing and troubleshooting low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems, including switchgear and transformers. Holds relevant certifications and possesses strong technical skills in electrical safety and compliance.

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NETA Field Service Technician ExperienceSwitchgear Testing & TroubleshootingNETA Certification (III or IV)Electrical Safety Procedures AdherencePowerDB Experience

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Hard Skills

Electrical TestingTransformer TestingRelay CalibrationCable TestingTroubleshootingData CollectionElectrical Systems InspectionEmergency ResponseData EntryMicrosoft Excel

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

DobleTTRInsulation ResistanceTan DeltaPower FactorVLFDC HipotAutomatic Transfer SwitchesPower MeteringPowerDB

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA Certification (III or IV)Electrician LicenseOSHA 30 HourMSHANFPA 70-ECPR/First Aid/BBP/AED Training

Industry Keywords

Electrical Power & ControlsHigh Voltage SystemsIndustrial TestingCommercial TestingElectrical SafetyField ServiceEmergency On-Call DutyTravel RequirementsFit for Duty Physical ExamU.S. Passport

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data at industrial and commercial customer sites
Test low, medium and high voltage electrical systems from 480 Volt to 600 kV
Perform instrument transformer tests
Perform power transformer testing using Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance, and related methods
Test electro-mechanical and solid-state relays
Perform cable testing using Tan Delta, Power Factor, VLF, and DC Hipot
Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches
Test low, medium and high voltage switchgear and circuit breakers
Perform moderately complex relay calibration and power metering
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner
Travel to customer job sites across Texas and bordering states
Make daily site visits with minimal overnight travel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced NETA Field Service Technician
Associate’s degree from an accredited 2 year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or an EE Degree from an ABET accredited college, or similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee) preferred
NETA Certification (III or IV) or similar desired, or Electrician license preferred
At least 5 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing & troubleshooting
Good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus
Ability to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures
OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training preferred
Ability to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests
Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check
Ability to crawl, climb, stand and lift up to 100 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations
Ability to pass a fit for duty physical exam
Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a good driving record
Availability for regular overnight domestic travel and occasional international travel
U.S. passport and TWIC card a plus
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights
Eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit)
Willingness to travel
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overnight travel is minimal, 2-3 times a year
Training on OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED can be provided by Shermco
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-free workplace