Field Engineer

Overview About the Company

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance of high-voltage electrical systems. We serve utility, generation, renewables, industrial, transit, data centers, and commercial facilities across North America.

With 35+ offices and over 700 technicians, we are committed to uncompromising safety, hands-on innovation, and technical excellence—powering the infrastructure that keeps the country running.

Job Summary

The Field Technician III will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Responsibilities include:

- Working with SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers

- Pad-mounted and GSU transformers

- Grounding systems and instrument transformers

- Manual and motor-operated switches

- Upholding and implementing EPS safety policies

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between

$40.00 – $70.00 per hour

.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include

geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate

.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- 401(k) retirement plan with company match

- Life insurance

- Short-term and long-term disability insurance

- Paid time off and paid sick/safe time

- Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays annually

- Paid parental leave

- Paid parking/travel allowances

- Nashville Training Academy & on-the-job training resources

- Career path planning and professional development incentives

- Tuition reimbursement and certification incentives

- Referral bonus program

- Competitive per diem for travel roles

Responsibilities

- Lead safety briefings on job site, identify , eliminate, or mitigate hazards.

- Perform High, Medium, and Low voltage testing of electrical power equipment as a crew leader .

- Utilize Human Performance Error Elimination concepts and tools.

- Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.

- Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.

- Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components.

- Leader in Safety Culture and responsible for other team members.

- Ability to install, test and maintain electrical apparatus.

- Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results.

- Develop and write reports.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

- Complete a satisfactory criminal background check.

- Able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.

- Must have a valid driver's license and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Experience with the following test equipment:

- Power Factor

- Ductor

- Megger

- CT ration & saturation

- Hi-Pot

- Knowledge of the following equipment:

- Circuit Breakers

- Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage | LV/MV/HV

- Transformers

- Switchgear

- Motors

- PT's & CCVT's

Education and Experience:

- Bachelors or Associates Degree in Electrical /Electronic technology, or Military experience preferred

- 5+ Year s Relevant Industry Experience

- NETA I I I Certifi ed

- Industry Certification Programs preferred - e.g. Infrared, Corona, Oil Analysis, Manufacturers, etc.

Physical Requirements:

- Able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, able to lift 70 lbs.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.

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