Senior Field Service Technician

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the ACIS Field Operations Manager, the Senior Field Service Technician is responsible for the full lifecycle support of AC Substation systems, including pre-commissioning, start-up, and ongoing maintenance. In this hands-on role, you will perform rigorous testing during commissioning and provide long-term operational support—including preventative and corrective maintenance, detailed inspections, and complex troubleshooting—to ensure the safety, quality, and peak performance of our utility and industrial customers' ACIS substation equipment.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

As ACIS Senior Field Technician you are responsible for;

• Commissioning & Start-up: Execute electrical and mechanical pre-commissioning tests on auxiliary systems, HV Breakers, HV DS and ACIS substation plants. Perform instrument functionality verification to ensure a smooth system start-up.

• Lifecycle Maintenance: Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and responsive corrective maintenance to minimize downtime. Perform detailed equipment inspections to identify potential risks or performance degradation.

• Troubleshooting & Resolution: Act as the primary technical point of contact for on-site troubleshooting. Diagnose complex technical issues, document root causes (RCA), and implement effective solutions to restore system functionality.

• Participate in the support of the 24/7 Support hotline – based on rotational needs

• Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret Single Line Diagrams (SLD), general arrangement drawings, and installation/commissioning procedures to ensure accurate work execution.

• Safety & Compliance: Serve as an EHS leader on-site. Strictly implement LOTO (Lock-Out/Tag-Out) procedures and ensure all activities comply with GE, OSHA, NFPA70, and project-specific safety standards.

• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate site logs, write comprehensive technical reports, and manage administrative requirements (timesheets, expenses, status reports) with thoroughness and timeliness.

• Customer & Team Interface: Act as a technical representative for GE GSI, fostering professional relationships with customers and collaborating across cross-functional teams.

• Training & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and supporting the development of the broader field team

Mandatory Qualifications:

Mandatory Qualifications / Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Technical Schools

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven field experience in electrical power systems.

• Technical Expertise: Strong hands-on knowledge of ACIS substation apparatus, specifically Circuit Breakers and Disconnect Switches. Experience supervising high-voltage substations is required.

Asset: Experience with GIS (Gas-Insulated Switchgear)* is highly desirable.

• Safety Standards: Strong understanding of EHS requirements for high-voltage project sites. Knowledge of NETA, NERC, and IEC requirements; OSHA 30 and NFPA70 certification is highly preferred.

• Operational Skills: Ability to troubleshoot under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and perform high-quality work in dynamic environments.

• Communication: Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Languages: English is mandatory

• Logistics: Valid US work authorization and availability for work on project sites across the US.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong field leadership and decision-making

• Excellent coordination and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple contractors and interfaces simultaneously

• High attention to safety, quality, and detail

• Practical problem-solving in construction environments

• Ability to work under schedule pressure while maintaining standards

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $78,800.00 and $131,200.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 16, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.