NETA Field Technician

Shermco Industries

. Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up, and collect data for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems from 480 volts to 600 kV .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAuburn • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $47 - $85 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 performing complex relay calibration and power metering.

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Switchgear TestingTransformer TestingNETA Certification III or IVElectrical Safety ProceduresPowerDB Experience

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems InspectionTroubleshootingInstrument Transformer TestingCable TestingRelay CalibrationPower MeteringEmergency On-Call DutyData CollectionVoltage TestingCircuit Breaker Testing

Soft Skills

Good PC SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Work SafelyFlexibilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelPowerDBElectrical Testing EquipmentData Entry Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

NETA Certification III or IVElectrician LicenseOSHA 30-HourMSHA TrainingNFPA 70-ECPR/First Aid/BBP/AED Training

Industry Keywords

Electrical Power & ControlsHigh-Voltage SystemsLow-Voltage SystemsMedium-Voltage SystemsDoble TestingInsulation Resistance TestingAutomatic Transfer SwitchesEmergency ResponseTWIC CardU.S. Passport

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up, and collect data for low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems from 480 volts to 600 kV
Travel to industrial and commercial customer sites across Washington and bordering states
Perform instrument transformer tests
Conduct 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 promptly

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree from an accredited 2-year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC) preferred, or an EE degree from an ABET-accredited college; similar military experience and training may qualify
NETA Certification III or IV or similar desired; electrician license preferred
At least 5 years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing and troubleshooting
Good PC skills, including email, internet, data entry, and Microsoft Excel; PowerDB experience is a plus
Ability to work safely and adhere to electrical safety procedures
OSHA 30-hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training preferred
Ability to drive daily locally/regionally and availability for periodic overnight travel
Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug tests
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Ability to crawl, climb, stand, and lift up to 100 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations
Ability to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam
Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a good driving record
Availability for regular overnight domestic travel and occasional international travel
U.S. passport and TWIC card are a plus
Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, occasional weekends, holidays, and nights
Eligible to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored visa
Willingness to travel
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training on OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED can be provided by Shermco
Opportunity for overtime
Flexible hours
Equal opportunity employment
Drug-free workplace