Full-Time

Field Service Technician

Electrical

Intermountain Electronics

Intermountain Electronics

51-200 employees

Custom-engineered power distribution equipment designer

No salary listed

Phoenix, AZ, USA

Hybrid

Must be based in or near Phoenix, within a one-hour commute of Phoenix International Airport; relocation may be available. Travel is expected about 30% of the time.

Bachelor's

Category
Hardware Engineering (1)
Required Skills
HVAC
Word/Pages/Docs
Quality Assurance (QA)
Assembly
Customer Service
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • Electrical, mechanical, commissioning, or assembly background with at least three years of experience, including at least three years of field experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
  • One to two years of business and contracting experience in a similar position, with emphasis on supplier agreements with general or subcontractors.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical manuals, purchase orders, project part specifications, instructions, diagrams, and schematics.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to calculate voltage drop, cable runs, square footage, volume, Ohm's law, and battery runtime.
  • Ability to solve practical problems with limited guidance and handle situations with limited standardization.
  • Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Journeyman Electrician, HVAC, or commissioning certification or license from any state, or an Electrical Engineering or Technical Degree with similar field experience.
  • Ability to work a 40-hour week and overtime as needed, including possible night or weekend emergency support.
  • Must be based in or near Phoenix, Arizona, or willing to relocate there; must be within a one-hour commute of Phoenix International Airport.
Responsibilities
  • Install, repair, and test field equipment in accordance with customer or manufacturer specifications and company procedures.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and controls equipment malfunctions and warranty repairs using diagnostic tools.
  • Replace faulty components, repair wiring, and troubleshoot software issues.
  • Perform assembly, modifications, and quality defect resolution on IE products and equipment.
  • Resolve quality assurance and quality control issues with IE plants, project managers, engineers, and quality teams.
  • Travel occasionally to support areas throughout the country and possibly overseas.
  • Complete receiving inspections with internal regional managers, subcontractors, and customers to protect IE from unjustified warranty claims.
  • Assess warranty claims and work with the regional manager to determine their validity against codes, specifications, and requirements.
  • Perform preventative maintenance programs for electrical and mechanical equipment and identify opportunities to generate new field service revenue.
  • Document all work performed, including the problem, resolution steps, and parts used, in professional service reports.
  • Respond promptly to client calls, emails, and text messages.
  • Maintain, inspect, and care for IE tools, equipment, and vehicles, including monthly tool inventories, biweekly vehicle inspections, and timely monthly expense reports.
  • Follow onsite safety regulations and procedures, including personal protective equipment and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Promote, implement, and manage safety standards for employees and supporting networks.
  • Communicate with customers and internal teams to understand needs and provide timely solutions.
  • Explain problems, estimated repair times, and repair costs to customers.
  • Respond to customer inquiries and complaints and resolve issues in a timely and satisfactory manner.
  • Develop relationships with customers, commissioning agents, and general contractors.
  • Complete IE training, development, product, services, and safety programs.
  • Mentor and develop technicians or subcontractors who require training or knowledge of IE products and equipment.
  • Evaluate and approve safety programs and safety ratings for subcontractors.
  • Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, a safe and clean work area, and compliance with IE safety programs and core values.
  • Work overtime and provide night or weekend support for service calls and emergency coordination.
  • Spend approximately 30% of work time traveling between customer sites and IE factories.
Intermountain Electronics

Intermountain Electronics

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Intermountain Electronics designs and builds custom power distribution equipment for industrial markets, offering engineered, packaged turnkey systems that include design, manufacturing, automation, and testing. The products combine electrical hardware with automation controls and are delivered fully assembled and rigorously tested for reliability in demanding environments such as OEM, mission-critical, oil & gas, and mining. They differentiate themselves by delivering tailored, turnkey solutions rather than off-the-shelf components, focusing on practicality and thorough validation. The goal is to provide site-ready, efficient power distribution solutions that meet each client's unique requirements.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Price, Utah

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • Centralia's May 2026 expansion adds 108,000 square feet and 60 jobs by 2028.
  • Tim Benedict said demand is driven by AI facilities, renewable energy, and backup power.
  • IE's 2026 site messaging highlights modular data center solutions and broadens sales beyond mining.

What critics are saying

  • Eaton, ABB, and larger OEMs can outspend IE on data-center switchgear by 2027.
  • Centralia's 2028 hiring target depends on execution; missed expansion timelines delay capacity gains.
  • If AI demand slows, IE's PDU-led growth strategy loses its clearest existential customer thesis.

What makes Intermountain Electronics unique

  • Intermountain Electronics builds custom PDUs for data centers, renewables, and industrial power.
  • Its Centralia and Price plants combine engineering, fabrication, integration, and testing in-house.
  • The company secured Illinois REV incentives, signaling state-backed positioning in mission-critical manufacturing.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Company News

The X Radio
May 21st, 2026
Expansion announced at Centralia's Intermountain Electronics.

Expansion announced at Centralia's Intermountain Electronics. Published on May 21, 2026 9:25 am Last Updated on May 21, 2026 9:25 am Intermountain Electronics has announced an expansion of their Centralia operation. The company said it will invest more than $15 million to expand their operation by adding more than 108,000 square feet of manufacturing space while creating 60 new full-time jobs and retaining their current workforce. Founded in 1985, Intermountain Electronics has grown from a small equipment repair company into a nationally recognized manufacturer and heavy electrical equipment and engineered power solutions. The Centralia facility, which opened in 2012 with just 12 employees, has expanded nearly fourfold in square footage and now employs 141 people. Following completion of the expansion, employment at the Centralia site is expected to reach approximately 201 employees by the end of 2028.

KBSI FOX 23
May 20th, 2026
Intermountain Electronics expanding Centralia operations with $15 million investment, 60 new jobs.

Intermountain Electronics expanding Centralia operations with $15 million investment, 60 new jobs. FOX23 News at 9 p.m. 10 hours ago CENTRALIA, Ill., (KBSI) - JB Pritzker announced Wednesday that Intermountain Electronics will invest more than $15 million to expand its operations in Centralia, adding more than 108,000 square feet of manufacturing space and creating 60 full-time jobs. State officials said the expansion will also retain the company's current workforce as it increases production capacity tied to clean energy and advanced manufacturing. "Illinois has a storied tradition as a manufacturing powerhouse, and we are thrilled Intermountain Electronics chose to expand in Centralia," Pritzker said in a statement. Intermountain Electronics manufactures heavy electrical equipment and engineered power solutions. Company officials said the expansion will significantly increase production of power distribution units, which support renewable energy systems and artificial intelligence infrastructure. The company's Centralia facility opened in 2012 with 12 employees and currently employs 141 workers. Officials said employment at the site is expected to grow to about 201 employees by the end of 2028 following completion of the expansion. "This investment reinforces our commitment to Centralia and to manufacturing in the United States," Intermountain Electronics CEO Bobby Houston said in a statement. State officials said the project is supported through Illinois' Reimagining Energy and Vehicles program, which offers incentives for companies involved in clean energy production and manufacturing. Intermountain Electronics has also partnered with Kaskaskia College, Centralia High School and the Illinois Department of Employment Security to develop apprenticeship and workforce training programs aimed at supporting hiring efforts as the company expands.

Plant Services
May 20th, 2026
Intermountain Electronics to expand Illinois facility.

Intermountain Electronics to expand Illinois facility. The expansion will increase the plant's production of power distribution units for renewable energy sources. May 20, 2026 The expansion, which company leadership said would help meet demand for power management products from data centers and renewable energy centers, is expected to finish by the end of 2028. The power distribution units, or PDUs, the plant produces are reportedly used for managing fluctuations in energy sources from sources like solar panels and wind turbines. Illinois state leadership commenting on the announcement noted Illinois' other growing businesses in the renewable energy business, including experimental nuclear startups like Nano Nuclear and battery manufacturers like Pure Lithium. What people are saying. "This investment reinforces our commitment to Centralia and to manufacturing in the United States," said Bobby Houston, CEO of Intermountain Electronics. "Our people, our partners, and this community have been central to our success, and we're proud to continue building the future of energy and power distribution right here in Illinois." "Illinois has a storied tradition as a manufacturing powerhouse, and we are thrilled Intermountain Electronics chose to expand in Centralia. The company's expansion will advance our clean energy production, create new jobs, and support Southern Illinois communities," said Governor JB Pritzker. "In Centralia and communities across the state, investments like these are driving innovation forward and delivering new opportunities for our world-class workforce." "Intermountain Electronics' expansion in Centralia is another example of Illinois' growing leadership in clean energy manufacturing and advanced industry," said Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. "This investment will create good-paying jobs, strengthen Southern Illinois' economy, and help ensure our state remains at the forefront of innovation, energy reliability, and workforce development for years to come." "Today's groundbreaking marks an important milestone not only for Intermountain Electronics, but for the Centralia community," said Tim Benedict, General Manager of IE's Centralia facility. "Demand for clean, reliable power is accelerating rapidly, driven by AI, data centers, and renewable energy. This expansion positions our Centralia team at the forefront of that growth while creating high-quality jobs and long-term economic opportunity for the region." Manufacturers investing in Illinois. Combe to spend $30 million to expand Illinois operations The Clearasil parent company is moving operations into the state from California. CSL breaks ground on $1.5 billion expansion for plasma therapy plant The pharmaceutical manufacturer said the expansion would add 300 new jobs. Investments in data center infrastructure. ABB to spend $200 million on medium-voltage components in Europe In March, the Swiss industrial company said it would spend $120 on a similar push in the United States. Eaton to open new $30 million Nebraska switchgear factory The power management company said the plant would be needed to meet demand from AI data centers. Arm Inc. to spend $71 million on Texas semiconductor lab expansion The Texas governor's office said the project would create 320 jobs at the Austin site. Ryan Secard joined Endeavor B2B in 2020 as a news editor for IndustryWeek. He currently contributes to IW, American Machinist, Foundry Management & Technology, and Plant Services on breaking manufacturing news, new products, plant openings and closures, and labor issues in manufacturing. Plant Services Smart Minute is a content based enewsletter where readers will find exclusive content, relevant industry news, useful case studies, access to Plant Services on-demand webcasts, and information on upcoming professional events and training opportunities. (Daily) Subscribe Today!

PR Newswire
Oct 2nd, 2024
Pure Healthcare Tops The 2024 Utah 100, Awarded By Mountainwest Capital Network

Utah's largest business networking organization shares its annual ranked list of the fastest growing companies in the state. SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) recognized Pure Healthcare who took the No. 1 spot at the 30th annual 2024 Utah 100 awards event. First presented in 1994, the Utah 100 is MWCN's yearly list of the fastest-growing companies in the state. "Pure Healthcare's patient-focused mission has been essential to their incredibly fast growth as more people benefit from affordable, quality care through its network of providers," said Chris Badger, chair of the MWCN Utah 100 committee

Utah State University
Apr 3rd, 2024
USU Eastern Partners with Intermountain Electronics to Provide Internships

USU Eastern partners with Intermountain Electronics to provide internships.