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Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large‑scale complex projects, Dashiell is a unique turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.
Job Title:
Field Service Technician
Job Location:
4412 Maplewood Dr, Sulphur, LA 70663
Primary Function The Technician will perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start‑ups of high voltage substations. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee job knowledge and abilities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear, including but not limited to:
Protective relays and relaying systems
Circuit breakers
Power transformers
Current and potential transformers
Meters, transducers, and power system metering
Power cables
Grounding systems
Motors and motor starters
Station batteries and chargers
Alarm systems and annunciators
Perform troubleshooting, problem identification, and analysis; make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs.
Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended.
Represent the company in a professional manner when communicating and interfacing with clients.
Communicate effectively with company management on a regular basis regarding project status and scheduling of manpower and equipment.
Maintain safety as the top priority, respecting the company’s zero tolerance for unsafe conduct.
Other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent is required. Technician experience in the high voltage industry is accepted in lieu of a degree. Minimum 2+ years of experience in the high voltage industry is preferred.
Possess Skills In The Following Areas
Demonstrated knowledge of the power triangle.
Ability to understand the basics of one‑line, three‑line, AC/DC schemes, and connection diagrams.
Solid understanding of the purpose of a current transformer and a potential transformer; ability to perform basic current transformer tests.
Basic knowledge of typical AC & DC fundamentals.
Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards.
Basic knowledge of various metering configurations and connections.
Proven knowledge of vacuum versus air circuit breakers.
Understanding of operation of oil and gas circuit breakers.
Understanding of potential transformer, CCVT, and CT operations.
Understanding of major components of a power transformer.
Basic knowledge of motor ratings and motor testing as applied to rotating machinery.
Proven knowledge of capacitor banks and capacitor types.
Basic knowledge of electrical components, devices, and symbols.
Proven communication skills, both oral and written, to convey information to diverse audiences.
Knowledge of protective relay functions and differences.
Understanding of primary and secondary phasing.
Ability to work effectively in a team‑based environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Ability to work safely in hazardous situations within high voltage substations, petrochemical plants, refineries, and other safety‑critical locations.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
TWIC card or ability to obtain one.
Must pass pre‑employment drug, alcohol, and background checks; must continue to pass all random and client‑required checks.
Ability to travel up to 25% with flexibility for frequent overtime required.
Other Information
Work situations may require an adjusted work schedule, possibly long days, evening/weekend hours to meet customer requirements.
Must be able to work on feet throughout the shift.
At times required to work in austere conditions.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Travel to job sites is required.
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law.
Dashiell Corporation offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long‑term disability insurance, an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee, health insurance (traditional PPO or HDHP with FSA/HSA options, dental, vision, supplemental life), short‑term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more.
Requirements for Application Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third‑party recruiters, please.
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Field Service Technician
role at
Dashiell Corporation .
Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large‑scale complex projects, Dashiell is a unique turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.
Job Title:
Field Service Technician
Job Location:
4412 Maplewood Dr, Sulphur, LA 70663
Primary Function The Technician will perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start‑ups of high voltage substations. Assignments are closely supervised and designed to further develop employee job knowledge and abilities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear, including but not limited to:
Protective relays and relaying systems
Circuit breakers
Power transformers
Current and potential transformers
Meters, transducers, and power system metering
Power cables
Grounding systems
Motors and motor starters
Station batteries and chargers
Alarm systems and annunciators
Perform troubleshooting, problem identification, and analysis; make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs.
Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended.
Represent the company in a professional manner when communicating and interfacing with clients.
Communicate effectively with company management on a regular basis regarding project status and scheduling of manpower and equipment.
Maintain safety as the top priority, respecting the company’s zero tolerance for unsafe conduct.
Other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent is required. Technician experience in the high voltage industry is accepted in lieu of a degree. Minimum 2+ years of experience in the high voltage industry is preferred.
Possess Skills In The Following Areas
Demonstrated knowledge of the power triangle.
Ability to understand the basics of one‑line, three‑line, AC/DC schemes, and connection diagrams.
Solid understanding of the purpose of a current transformer and a potential transformer; ability to perform basic current transformer tests.
Basic knowledge of typical AC & DC fundamentals.
Working knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, ICEA, and NETA standards.
Basic knowledge of various metering configurations and connections.
Proven knowledge of vacuum versus air circuit breakers.
Understanding of operation of oil and gas circuit breakers.
Understanding of potential transformer, CCVT, and CT operations.
Understanding of major components of a power transformer.
Basic knowledge of motor ratings and motor testing as applied to rotating machinery.
Proven knowledge of capacitor banks and capacitor types.
Basic knowledge of electrical components, devices, and symbols.
Proven communication skills, both oral and written, to convey information to diverse audiences.
Knowledge of protective relay functions and differences.
Understanding of primary and secondary phasing.
Ability to work effectively in a team‑based environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Ability to work safely in hazardous situations within high voltage substations, petrochemical plants, refineries, and other safety‑critical locations.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
TWIC card or ability to obtain one.
Must pass pre‑employment drug, alcohol, and background checks; must continue to pass all random and client‑required checks.
Ability to travel up to 25% with flexibility for frequent overtime required.
Other Information
Work situations may require an adjusted work schedule, possibly long days, evening/weekend hours to meet customer requirements.
Must be able to work on feet throughout the shift.
At times required to work in austere conditions.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Travel to job sites is required.
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law.
Dashiell Corporation offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long‑term disability insurance, an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee, health insurance (traditional PPO or HDHP with FSA/HSA options, dental, vision, supplemental life), short‑term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more.
Requirements for Application Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third‑party recruiters, please.
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