Power System Shop Technician

We have an immediate opening for a full-time power equipment technician in our shop located in Bean Station, Tennessee. This position will provide maintenance, refurbishment, repair, and testing of power system line equipment in a shop environment. This equipment includes but is not limited to transformers, reclosers, sectionalizers, voltage regulators, instrument transformers, regulator controls, recloser controls and other miscellaneous equipment. The use of general and special purpose test equipment to assess and grade equipment condition. Perform repairs to equipment that does not meet these standards. Any other duties as required by the job. This position may assist the more senior team members in all aspects of testing and maintenance and will learn the trade primarily through on the job training.

Qualifications:  The successful candidate will have a good knowledge and understanding of the electrical and mechanical trades. They must have a good driving record, pass a drug test and a background check. They will possess some basic electrical print reading ability and have strong written and verbal communication skills. They will be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and general computer skills. They will be able to strictly adhere to written and verbal instructions. They will have electrical/mechanical training via military experience, vocational technical school degree or college degree in related fields. Practical, demonstrable knowledge from on-the-job training in related fields is also acceptable. Veterans and possession of a CDL driver’s license is a plus. Initiative, an eagerness to learn, and endeavoring to be the very best at what you do are some of the most important traits we are looking for in a candidate.

Pay: Competitive pay rate dependent on experience and qualifications.

Schedule: Our standard work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day.

Benefits: We offer a very competitive benefits package including two weeks paid vacation, ten paid holidays, company paid sick time, company paid (100%) medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and employee’s family. We also offer a 401K retirement plan with a 4% match and life insurance for the employee.