Field Service Technician II - IAD

 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The purpose of the Field Service Technician Level II role is to is to perform start-up, commissioning, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and service support for IEM equipment. This position requires strong diagnostic skills, sound judgment, and the ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues with minimal supervision. The Field Service Technician Level II serves as a trusted customer contact in the field and may assist with providing guidance, support, and on-the-job training to entry-level technicians.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Independently perform start-up, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, service, and repair of IEM equipment, including switchboards, control panels, and power products.
• Install and modify electrical or mechanical components and subassemblies, which may include panelboard interiors, circuit breakers, bus bar, subpanels, control components, power cabling, and control wiring.
• Attend project meetings and support coordination with contractors, clients, Project Managers, and internal IEM teams.
• Analyze system failures, identify root causes, and determine appropriate corrective actions for moderately complex technical issues.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, control wiring, and networking
• Coordinate with Project Managers, manufacturing facilities, engineering, or other internal support teams to resolve product, commissioning, or customer-reported issues in the
• Accurately document service activities, root cause analysis, corrective actions, parts usage, open items, and follow-up requirements.
• Assist with training, mentoring, shadowing, or on-the-job support for Level I technicians, as
• Perform other duties as assigned by

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and field service concepts, including equipment start-up, commissioning, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Safety and Compliance: Follows company, customer site, and industry safety requirements, including proper use of PPE, tools, equipment, and applicable safe work
• Diagnostic and Problem-Solving Skills: Uses sound judgment to identify technical issues, analyze system failures, determine root cause, and support appropriate corrective actions.
• Attention to Detail: Accurately follows wiring diagrams, drawings, schematics, work instructions, checklists, and documentation requirements to support safe, high-quality
• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with customers, contractors, Field Service Leads, Project Managers, internal teams, and management regarding project status, technical issues, and follow-up needs.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works effectively with other technicians, Field Service Leads, project teams, manufacturing teams, and internal support groups to complete assigned work and resolve field issues.
• Customer Focus: Maintains professionalism while working at customer sites and serves as a reliable field contact by being responsive, respectful, and solution-oriented.
• Independence and Accountability: Performs assigned field service work with minimal supervision, manages responsibilities appropriately, and escalates issues when additional support or approval is needed.
• Organization and Documentation: Manages assigned tasks, tools, parts, service documentation, corrective actions, and follow-up items accurately and timely.
• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Provides guidance, support, shadowing, or on-the-job training to Level I technicians as needed.
• Quality of Work: Completes work accurately, safely, and in accordance with IEM standards, customer requirements, and project expectations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree, vocational training, military experience, or equivalent experience in power distribution systems, including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, or related equipment commissioning activities preferred.
• 1+ years of experience supporting switchgear start-up and commissioning
• Minimum of 1–3 years of related electrical, mechanical, technical, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, or field service experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and power distribution systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide clear updates to customers, contractors, Project Managers, and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and escalate issues appropriately when additional support is needed.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to accurately document service activities, corrective actions, parts usage, and follow-up items.
• Ability to assist with training, mentoring, or shadowing Level I technicians as

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL:

Physical Demands:

Activities:                     Sitting – 20%               Walking/Standing – 80%

Lifting:                         Must be able to bend, lift, and carry equipment and materials up to 50lbs.

Vision:                         Long periods of close work on technical equipment, drawings, and computer screens.

Travel:                         Occasional travel (up to 75%) may be required to IEM regional field offices and vendor sites.

Mental Demands:       Ability to interpret technical information, analyze issues, prioritize multiple tasks, solve problems in the field, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced service environment.

Environment:              Climate-controlled office and warehouse environments, with occasional exposure to customer job sites as needed.