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ABM

Field Service Technician

ABM, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399

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Description ABM Industries is seeking an Electrical Field Test Technician (NETA 2 3 or equivalent experience) to join our Electrical Power Services team. The Electrical Field Test Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient installation and testing of electrical power distribution equipment for customers in the assigned area. This role requires traveling approximately 25% of the time, working independently and with a crew, and managing routine moderately complex and complex tasks and projects. Responsibilities include record‑keeping, evaluation of test data, and preparation of field service reports.

Position Summary ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay: $30.00-$75.00 (base hourly rate plus available paid overtime). The specific offer will vary based on applicant experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and market data.

For more information about ABM benefits, visit ABM 2025 Employee Benefits Staff & Management.

Essential Functions

Travel to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start‑up and collect data on electrical systems.

Supervise Trainees, Assistants, and Technicians in the completion of electrical testing duties.

Guide, mentor, train, and supervise Level 1 and 2 certified NETA Trainees and Assistant Technicians.

Observe testing assignments on projects, ensuring consistent testing across technicians.

Track project scope completion and communicate with ABM and Customer Management.

Maintain, test, repair, rebuild, and replace low, medium, and high‑voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.

Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches.

Test and inspect low, medium, and high‑voltage cable installations.

Maintain, test, and repair transformers and related equipment.

Conduct low and medium‑voltage motor control center and contractor testing.

Start‑up, troubleshoot, and repair generator controls and transfer schemes.

Test and commission protection and control systems on high‑voltage substations.

Sample and interpret insulated fluids.

Complete Job Hazard Analyses, including arc‑flash and shock analyses.

Document test results and complete field reports.

Rotate emergency on‑call duty.

Maintain strict compliance with regulatory laws.

Assist in the sales process as the technical expert in electrical testing and maintenance of electrical equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years experience in electrical testing.

Experience working with a team.

Experience working on projects.

Familiar with NFPA‑70E Electrical Safety standards.

Ability to troubleshoot electrical performance deficiencies.

Ability to travel regionally 25%.

Knowledgeable in lockout/tag‑out and hazardous energy control procedures.

Clean driving record and drug‑free.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiar with NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Standards.

NETA certified Level 2 or 3, or NICET or equivalent experience.

NERC experience if available.

ABM will accept applications for this job until (12 / 21 / 2025).

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