High Voltage Field Service Technician
Job Description
- Additional Compensation: Daily overtime pay, weekend premium rates, and additional travel related earnings
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and support large scale ship to shore crane systems and other heavy industrial equipment.
- Work hands on with medium/high voltage electrical systems, large AC/DC motors, drives, and associated power and control equipment.
- Commission and troubleshoot AC/DC drive systems and medium voltage VFDs.
- Diagnose complex electrical, controls, motor, and equipment failures in the field.
- Troubleshoot PLC based control systems and identify electrical and automation related issues.
- Perform system tuning, diagnostics, testing, and performance optimization.
- Support equipment commissioning, startup, customer acceptance testing, and warranty activities.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Perform electrical testing and verify proper equipment operation following repairs or commissioning.
- Train customers and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance best practices.
- Prepare detailed service reports and communicate findings to customers and internal engineering teams.
- Travel domestically and internationally approximately 75% or more, including travel on short notice when required.
- Work safely at heights of up to approximately 175 feet while servicing large crane systems.
- Strong hands on experience with medium or high voltage industrial electrical equipment.
- Experience troubleshooting and servicing large AC/DC motors, medium voltage VFDs, drives, and industrial control systems.
- Previous experience working with heavy industrial equipment or large scale machinery.
- Field service, commissioning, startup, or industrial maintenance experience strongly preferred.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC controlled equipment.
- Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Comfortable working independently in customer facilities and industrial environments.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally 75% or more.
- Comfortable working at heights and around large industrial equipment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Equivalent technical training and extensive hands on industrial electrical experience will be considered in place of a degree.
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.