What are the responsibilities and job description for the NETA Field Service Technician (Switchgear & Power Systems) position at Hays Electrical Services?
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Job Title:
NETA Field Service Technician (Switchgear & Power Systems)
Role Summary
We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused NETA Field Service Technician to perform electrical testing, commissioning, and maintenance on medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems. This includes switchboards, switchgear, transformers, and circuit breakers. The ideal candidate will ensure all work complies with NETA, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and ANSI/IEEE standards.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct NETA Acceptance (ATS) and Maintenance (MTS) testing on electrical equipment.
Perform insulation resistance, contact resistance, ratio, phase, and relay tests.
Troubleshoot switchgear, switchboards, MCCs, relays, and control wiring.
Lead or assist in equipment startup and functional testing.
Interpret test data and produce certified NETA-compliant reports.
Maintain and calibrate electrical test instruments.
Adhere to strict safety procedures and job-site protocols.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of field electrical testing experience.
Proficient with Omicron, Megger, Doble, or similar test equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams and schematics.
Current OSHA 10/30 and NFPA 70E training.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
Test accuracy and compliance rate ≥ 98%
Report delivery within 48 hours of job completion
Zero safety violations per quarter
Customer satisfaction > 90%
Typical Employers / Work Environments
NETA-certified technicians typically work for independent testing firms, engineering services, or specialized electrical contractors. Examples include:
Employer Type
Example Companies
Typical Scope
Independent NETA-Accredited Testing Firms
Saber Power Services, Shermco Industries, RESA Power, EPS, Vertiv
Testing, commissioning, maintenance of switchgear, relays, transformers
Engineering / Commissioning Firms
Eaton, Schneider, ABB Field Services
Factory and field commissioning, warranty support
Specialized Electrical Contractors
Rosendin, MYR Group, Hays Electrical
Testing during construction phase of large-scale projects
Industrial Facilities / Utilities
Dow Chemical, NRG Energy, CenterPoint Energy
In-house maintenance testing of medium-voltage systems
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