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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Switchgear TestingTransformer TestingElectrical Safety ProceduresNETA CertificationPowerDB Experience

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Hard Skills

Electrical TestingTroubleshootingRelay CalibrationCable TestingData CollectionInstrument Transformer TestsEmergency ResponseVoltage TestingPower MeteringCircuit Breaker Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelPowerDB

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Electrical Power & ControlsHigh-Voltage SystemsMedium-Voltage SystemsLow-Voltage SystemsMilitary 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
Perform power transformer testing, including Doble, TTR, and insulation resistance testing
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) considered
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
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
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 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, including 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 conditioned on acceptable background check and drug and alcohol screening results

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