Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries

. Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data on low-, medium- and high-voltage electrical systems at industrial and commercial customer sites .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • 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, while adhering to safety standards. Proficient in using various testing methods and tools, with a strong commitment to quality and teamwork.

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Switchgear Testing & TroubleshootingPower Transformer TestingNETA CertificationElectrical Safety ProceduresMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems InspectionInstrument Transformer TestingRelay CalibrationCable TestingAutomatic Transfer Switch TroubleshootingCircuit Breaker TestingData CollectionPower MeteringEmergency ResponseFit for Duty Physical Exam

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

DobleTTRInsulation ResistanceTan DeltaPower FactorVLFDC HipotPowerDB

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Electrical Power & ControlsHigh-Voltage SystemsMedium-Voltage SystemsLow-Voltage SystemsElectrical Safety StandardsMilitary Electrical Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data on low-, medium- and high-voltage electrical systems at industrial and commercial customer sites
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 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
Work with a team to complete work safely, efficiently and to high quality standards

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 a 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
Must have at least 2 or more years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing & troubleshooting
Must have good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus
Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures
Prefer OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training; training on each can be provided by Shermco
Must be able to 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; 80%