Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries

. Travel to industrial and commercial customer sites .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40 - $60 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. Proficient in adhering to electrical safety procedures and capable of performing under emergency conditions.

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Electrical System TestingSwitchgear TroubleshootingNETA CertificationPowerDB ExperienceElectrical Safety Procedures

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Hard Skills

Electrical TestingTransformer TestingRelay CalibrationCable TestingData CollectionTroubleshootingStart-Up ProceduresVoltage TestingInstrument Transformer TestsCircuit Breaker Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

DobleTTRInsulation ResistanceTan DeltaPower FactorVLFDC Hipot

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA CertificationOSHA 30 HourCPR/First Aid/BBP/AED Training

Industry Keywords

Electrical Power & ControlsHigh-Voltage SystemsMedium-Voltage SystemsLow-Voltage SystemsEmergency ResponseMilitary Electrical Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Travel to industrial and commercial customer sites
Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up, and collect data for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems from 480 Volt to 600 kV
Perform instrument transformer tests
Conduct power transformer testing using Doble, TTR, insulation resistance, and related methods
Test electro-mechanical and solid-state relays
Perform cable testing including 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to drive daily locally/regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel
Prefer an Associate’s degree from an accredited 2 year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or an EE Degree from an ABET accredited college
Similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee)
NETA Certification (I, II, III or IV) or similar desired
At least 2 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing & troubleshooting
Good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; PowerDB experience is a plus
Ability to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures
Prefer OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
Ability to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required
Must remain drug-free and pass pre-employment hair follicle and periodic unannounced random drug tests
Acceptable pre-employment criminal background check
Physically fit to crawl, climb, stand, walk and lift up to 75 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations
Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a good driving record
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights
Must not currently or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
Willingness to travel; minimum 40%

Benefits

Comp & perks

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