Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries

. Travel to industrial and commercial customer sites .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeIrving • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $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. Proficient in adhering to electrical safety procedures and capable of performing physical tasks required for fieldwork.

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Switchgear TestingTransformer TestingElectrical Safety ProceduresNETA CertificationField Troubleshooting

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Hard Skills

Electrical System TestingRelay CalibrationCable TestingData CollectionTroubleshootingInstrument Transformer TestingPower MeteringEmergency ResponseVoltage TestingCircuit Breaker Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelPowerDBTesting Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA CertificationAssociate’s Degree in Electrical Power & ControlsEE Degree from ABET Accredited College

Industry Keywords

Electrical SystemsHigh-VoltageMedium-VoltageLow-VoltageElectrical SafetyField ServiceOn-Call DutyCustomer ServiceFit for Duty Physical ExamDrug Testing

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
Perform power transformer testing, including Doble, TTR and insulation resistance
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 may qualify
NETA Certification (I, II, III or IV) or similar desired
At least 2 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing and troubleshooting
Good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; PowerDB experience a plus
Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
Should be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required
Must stay drug-free and pass a pre-employment hair follicle drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests
Must have an acceptable pre-employment criminal background check
Must be physically fit to crawl, climb, stand, walk and lift up to 75 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations
Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record
Must be willing 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
Must be willing to travel; minimum 40%
All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training on OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED can be provided by Shermco
With or without reasonable accommodations
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-free workplace