Shermco Industries

Field Service Technician

Shermco Industries
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeIrving • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $48 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in electrical testing and maintenance, including knowledge of safety practices, testing procedures, and equipment operation. Capable of effectively collaborating in field service environments while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical TestingMaintenance of Electrical SystemsMicrosoft ExcelElectrical Safety PracticesField Service Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Learn electrical safety practices, hazard identification, personal protective equipment use, and lockout/tagout procedures
  • Assist with inspection, testing, maintenance, and data collection for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems from 480 volts to 600 kV
  • Gain exposure to instrument transformer and power transformer testing, including Doble testing, transformer turns ratio, and insulation resistance
  • Assist with testing and troubleshooting low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear and circuit breakers
  • Learn electromechanical and solid-state protective relay testing, calibration, and power metering
  • Observe and assist with cable testing, including Tan Delta, power factor, very low frequency, and DC hipot
  • Assist with automatic transfer switch inspections and troubleshooting
  • Support equipment startup, test equipment setup, and preparation of tools and materials
  • Record test results and assist with service reports using Microsoft Excel and PowerDB
  • Participate in job briefings, safety meetings, and customer-site coordination
  • Gain exposure to emergency service response procedures alongside qualified personnel
  • Perform work only within training, authorization, and demonstrated competency

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Transitioning U.S. military service member eligible to participate in SkillBridge, with required command approval before the training start date
  • Interest in pursuing a civilian career in electrical testing, maintenance, or field service
  • Ability to follow technical instructions, learn testing procedures, and work effectively as part of a team
  • Basic computer skills, including email, data entry, and Microsoft Excel
  • Commitment to safe work practices and compliance with customer-site requirements
  • Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for assignments requiring driving
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to understand safety instructions, technical documents, and service reports
  • Local and regional driving and periodic overnight travel may be required
  • Field service assignments may involve 40% or more travel, subject to the approved SkillBridge training plan
  • Training schedules may include flexible hours and occasional nights or weekends
  • Ability to crawl, climb, stand, walk, and lift or move equipment weighing up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Subject to background screening, drug and alcohol screening, driving-record review, and any required fit-for-duty evaluation
  • Compliance with Shermco’s drug-free workplace policies and customer-site safety requirements
  • Preferred: Military training or experience in electrical power generation, distribution, electronics, maintenance, or related technical work
  • Preferred: Experience in Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, Navy Seabees, or a comparable military specialty
  • Preferred: Coursework or a degree in Electrical Power & Controls, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Preferred: Familiarity with electrical drawings, schematics, test instruments, switchgear, transformers, or protective relays
  • Preferred: NETA certification or prior electrical testing experience
  • Preferred: OSHA 30, MSHA, NFPA 70E, CPR, First Aid, BBP, or AED training

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • SkillBridge training opportunity
  • Supervised training alongside experienced technicians
  • Applicable training may be provided
  • Training toward consideration for an entry-level electrical field service position and continued development toward NETA certification
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Drug-free workplace

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Hard Skills
Electrical Testing ProceduresTransformer TestingSwitchgear TroubleshootingRelay CalibrationCable TestingData CollectionEquipment StartupTechnical Instruction FollowingHazard IdentificationLockout/Tagout Procedures
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationEffective CommunicationCommitment to Safety
Tools & Technologies
PowerDBTest InstrumentsElectrical DrawingsSchematics
Certifications & Qualifications
NETA CertificationOSHA 30CPRFirst AidAED Training
Industry Keywords
Electrical Power GenerationElectrical EngineeringMilitary TrainingField Service AssignmentsElectrical Maintenance