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Shermco

Electrical testing, maintenance, and engineering services

NETA Field Service Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGonzales, LA, USA$50 - $75 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience performing switchgear testing and troubleshooting.
  • Good personal-computer skills, including email, internet use, data entry, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
  • Ability to drive daily locally or regionally and be available for periodic overnight travel.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, periodic unannounced random drug tests, and a criminal background check.
  • Ability to crawl, climb, stand, and lift up to 100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Ability to pass a fit-for-duty physical examination.
  • Valid driver’s license and a good driving record that can be maintained.
  • Availability for regular overnight domestic travel and occasional international travel.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime, including occasional weekends, holidays, and nights.
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa or work-permit support.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up, and collect data on low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems at industrial and commercial customer sites.
  • Travel to customer job sites across the state and bordering states.
  • Perform instrument transformer tests.
  • Perform power transformer testing using Doble, TTR, insulation resistance, and related methods.
  • Perform cable testing using Tan Delta, power factor, VLF, and DC Hipot.
  • Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches.
  • Test low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
  • Perform moderately complex relay calibration and power metering.
  • Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.

Desired Qualifications

  • An Associate’s degree from an accredited two-year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls, or an Electrical Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college; similar military experience and training in Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or Navy Seabee may also be considered.
  • NETA Certification III or IV, or similar certification; an electrician license is also preferred.
  • Proficiency in testing both electromechanical and solid-state relays.
  • Experience with PowerDB.
  • OSHA 30-hour, MSHA, NFPA 70E, CPR, First Aid, BBP, or AED training; training can be provided by Shermco.
  • A U.S. passport and TWIC card.

About the Company

Shermco

Electrical testing, maintenance, and engineering services

Shermco provides electrical testing, maintenance, and engineering services across North America for industrial, commercial, and utility clients. Its offerings include rotating machinery service and repair, protection and control testing, commissioning, wind energy services, field services, in-shop services, systems integration, specialty services, disaster recovery, and industry-specific training. The company earns revenue through service contracts, project-based work, and training programs. Shermco uses on-site field work, shop-based repair, and specialized testing and engineering to ensure electrical system reliability and safety. Unlike many competitors, it combines a broad range of services (from rotating machinery to wind energy and disaster recovery) with accreditation by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association and a broad training ecosystem, aiming to be a trusted partner for ongoing electrical maintenance and safety across multiple sectors.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Founded
1974

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