What are the responsibilities and job description for the HIGH VOLTAGE TECHNICIAN position at TSP?
Richardson, Texas - 2026-10-22
We are seeking a High Voltage Technician in Richardson, TX to support the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and reliability of industrial electrical systems ranging from 480V to 138kV. This role is responsible for maintaining critical power distribution equipment, performing preventive maintenance, supporting commissioning activities, and ensuring safe operation of electrical infrastructure,
HIGH VOLTAGE TECHNICIANS AT TSP TYPICALLY HAVE THE FOLLOWING JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Relevant military backgrounds include:
TSP is award-winning, customer-endorsed, and minority-owned. We provide custom, flexible, and flawlessly executed IT services and talent solutions throughout the United States and Canada.
We create great customer experiences by saving you time and money. We’re driven by integrity — we do what we say we will do — exceeding expectations. Our value-based pricing focuses on your business objectives, making your success our top priority. We don’t manufacture devices or sell software — our product is our people.
TSP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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We are seeking a High Voltage Technician in Richardson, TX to support the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and reliability of industrial electrical systems ranging from 480V to 138kV. This role is responsible for maintaining critical power distribution equipment, performing preventive maintenance, supporting commissioning activities, and ensuring safe operation of electrical infrastructure,
HIGH VOLTAGE TECHNICIANS AT TSP TYPICALLY HAVE THE FOLLOWING JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform preventive maintenance on transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, and other high-voltage equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical distribution systems from 480V through 138kV
- Including: 138kV air switches, 138kV SF6 gas circuit breakers, 138kV/13.8kV transformers, 13.8kV/4,160V transformers, 13.8kV/480V transformers, 15kV switchgear and switch lineups, 15kV vacuum bottle circuit breakers, 480V switchgear, and 480V rackable circuit breakers
- Conduct offline electrical testing and evaluate results to recommend repairs or upgrades
- Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT), commissioning, and site acceptance testing (SAT) of new equipment
- Develop and maintain maintenance procedures, SOPs, one-line diagrams, and electrical documentation
- Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Coordinate with utility providers, engineering, operations, and contractors to support reliable power system operation
- Lead switching operations, testing activities, and contractor oversight as needed
- 2 years of industrial high voltage testing experience
- Experience with electrical systems from 480V to 138kV
- Strong knowledge of transformers, switchgear, breakers, protective relays, and power distribution systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and one-line drawings
- Valid driver’s license (may drive company truck to support nearby locations in North Dallas and Sherman, TX)
- NETA Level II Certification strongly preferred
- Experience with electrical commissioning and acceptance testing
- Industrial manufacturing, utility, data center, power generation, or semiconductor experience
Relevant military backgrounds include:
- Army 12P – Prime Power Production Specialist
- Navy EM/EMN – Electrician’s Mate
- Air Force 3E0X1 – Electrical Systems Specialist
- Army 91C – Utilities Equipment Repairer
- Marine Corps 1161 – Utilities Chief
- Overtime and call-in support may be required.
- Must have valid driver’s license
- The base work location is in Richardson, TX but technicians may be required to drive a company vehicle to support nearby locations in North Dallas and Sherman, TX
- Pay: $36.00 – $40.00 per hour
- View our benefits information here: https://marketing.mytsp.net/tsp-benefits
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
TSP is award-winning, customer-endorsed, and minority-owned. We provide custom, flexible, and flawlessly executed IT services and talent solutions throughout the United States and Canada.
We create great customer experiences by saving you time and money. We’re driven by integrity — we do what we say we will do — exceeding expectations. Our value-based pricing focuses on your business objectives, making your success our top priority. We don’t manufacture devices or sell software — our product is our people.
TSP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $36 - $40