Lead Medium Voltage Electrical Field Technician - Switchgear / Transformers / Protective Relays / Power Distribution

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Lead Medium Voltage Electrical Field Technician – Switchgear / Transformers / Protective Relays / Power Distribution

URGENT NEED!

Experience with 1,000 volts (1kV) and 38,000 volts (38kV) required.

We are seeking a Lead Medium Voltage Electrical Technician to provide technical leadership and hands-on field support for the installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium voltage electrical distribution systems. This position serves as a lead technician on projects, mentoring junior personnel while ensuring the safe and successful execution of field service activities across utility, industrial, commercial, renewable energy, and mission-critical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead field teams performing testing, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of medium voltage electrical equipment.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to technicians during commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting of medium voltage power systems and distribution equipment.
• Service, inspect, test, and maintain switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, motor control equipment, substations, and power distribution systems.
• Conduct acceptance testing, relay testing, insulation resistance testing, transformer testing, breaker testing, and power system diagnostics.
• Support project planning, outage coordination, equipment energization, and startup activities.
• Review electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, relay settings, protection and control drawings, and commissioning procedures.
• Coordinate field activities with customers, engineers, project managers, subcontractors, and utility personnel.
• Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are performed in accordance with company procedures, NETA standards, manufacturer recommendations, and customer specifications.
• Prepare and review service reports, commissioning documentation, test results, and project closeout packages.
• Promote a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO, and company safety requirements.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and development of junior technicians and field personnel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical degree or electrical trade certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience working with medium voltage electrical equipment and power distribution systems.
• Proven experience leading field service, commissioning, maintenance, or testing projects.
• Strong experience with switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, substations, and power distribution equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, relay logic, schematics, and protection diagrams.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices including NFPA 70E and LOTO procedures.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer and project sites.
• Ability to pass background, drug screening, and driving record requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Medium voltage switchgear (5kV–35kV)
• Power transformers
• Protective relays (SEL, ABB, GE, Siemens, Schweitzer)
• Circuit breakers and reclosers
• Substation equipment
• Relay testing and commissioning
• NETA testing procedures
• Electrical acceptance testing
• Utility and industrial power systems
• Data centers and mission-critical facilities
• Renewable energy facilities
• UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems
• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
• Standby generators
• Power system startup and energization activities

Skills & Expectations

• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and field teams simultaneously.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and technical documentation abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead others in field environments.
• Commitment to safety, quality, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package, overtime opportunities, comprehensive benefits, retirement plan, and career advancement opportunities.

To Apply

Send your resume to [email protected]

Patrick DelGaone