Field Service Technician

Summary: This role will report to the Field Services Supervisor or to the site Sr. Crew Leader.

The Field Service Technician is responsible for the safe and productive field assignments involving the installation, repair and oil processing energized and de-energized transformers in high voltage substations. It includes the operation of oil processing and related equipment. This position will help to execute strategic and tactical objectives while upholding a foundation of a Good Place organization and culture. This position must be willing and able to travel full time.

Qualifications:

Education /Degrees/ Other: High school diploma preferred or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

The candidate would ideally have 2-5 years of related experience and knowledge of:

○ Transformer industry desired

○ Lab tests and basic lab data interpretation

○ Electrical safety practices, Confined Spaces, and Lock-Out-Tag-Out

○ Transformer field service equipment and maintenance

○ Electrical Safety Goods and proper usage

○ Proper maintenance relating to work supplies and equipment

  • Work safely
  • Have a high mechanical and electrical aptitude
  • Must obtain a CDL with clean driving record according to the company policy and be insurable. The company will help with the costs of obtaining this license.
  • Must have demonstrated strong work ethic, high level of integrity, initiative, and confidentiality.
  • Must maintain proper Safety Training credentials throughout employment.
  • Ability to travel via air or land overnight and/or for extended periods of time for company.
  • Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all customers, company departments and employees in a team-oriented environment.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, strong initiative and follow through skills.
  • Must possess strong problem analysis and problem resolution at a tactical level.
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive medical exam for the physical requirements of position. Carry and maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Learn from on-the-job training from SOPs and other Sr. and field technicians.

Duties, activities, and/or job processes for this position:

  • Field Service Operations including the following:

InsulMax™ oil processing equipment on energized and de-energized electrical equipment

DryMax® installs and operation.

SampleSafe® installs and operation.

  • Responsible to accurately complete site paperwork
  • Making field repairs to electrical equipment as necessary.
  • Transformer Vacuum filling.
  • Oil sampling as necessary.
  • Field job record keeping.

Specific and observable results that will be tracked and measured:

  • Obtain accurate insulating fluid samples from high voltage transformers.
  • Accurately and fully complete paperwork for each job.
  • Provide superior customer service.
  • Maintain Vehicle to SDMI standards.
  • Maintain proper record of accountability and Per Diem.
  • Have excellent attendance.

Working conditions of the position to include working hours, working days, travel requirements, lifting requirements and hazardous or uncomfortable conditions (i.e. works primarily outdoors; exposed to dirt, dust, loud noises):

  • Clean or Dirty Environment – Chemical to Steel Plants
  • 40 – 80 Hour work week
  • Sitting / driving for extended periods of time; Standing; Climbing, Walking; Lifting; Carrying; Grasping; Reaching; Stooping and Crouching; Speaking and Listening.
  • Work is primarily outdoors
  • Exposed to live electrical substation situations
  • Travel will be by tractor trailer, box truck, pick-up truck, van and air.

SD Myers is a family owned business that opened its doors in 1965. In 2013 and 2014, we were awarded Northcoast-99 as being one of the best places to work in Northeast Ohio. We are celebrating our 50th year in business in 2015, and our company continues to be a worldwide leader in high voltage transformer life extension.

The opportunities at SD Myers are broad. We provide a place where our employees can build a career and a future. With an average tenure of our staff in excess of 9 years, nearly 20% of employees with 20 or more years of service, and several team members experiencing over 30 years with SD Myers, it is a place where people enjoy being a part of a “family.” With a focus on promotion from within, a person can start at an entry level role and potentially become a member of the leadership team! The opportunity for career growth at SD Myers is endless!

We are a diverse group of individuals coming together with a common focus on being the customer advocate in the transformer service industry.

For more information about SD Myers and current career opportunities,

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To submit your resume

Email: or Fax (330) 633-4786

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