Technician II

Dashiell an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR) is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities power generation industrial renewable and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies engineering and design maintenance and testing program management construction and turnkey EPC delivery.

With more than 60 years of experience executing large complex projects Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale resources and safety culture of Quanta Services Dashiell partners with clients to build andmaintainthe infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at .

Primary Function

The Field Service Technician II is a developing field technician responsible for independently performing standard electrical testing maintenance and commissioning activities on high-voltage substations and power systems. Operating with limited supervision the FST II manages assigned test procedures produces detailed technical reports and begins leading smaller-scope field assignments. The position will be based in our Abilene TXofficeand will report to DashiellsField Supervisor.

Duties & Responsibilities

Employee may be called upon to perform any orall ofthe following functions:

• Independently perform standard electrical testing and commissioning activities on high-voltage substations switchgear transformers circuit breakers and protective relay systems with limited supervision.

• Execute a full range of standard test procedures including insulation resistance testing contact resistance testing turns ratio testing power factor testing hi-pot testing and circuit breaker timing tests.

• Perform protective relay testing and calibration on microprocessor-based relay systems (e.g. SEL ABB Siemens GE) using industry-standard test equipment.

• Perform testing and commissioning of power apparatus including power transformers current transformers potential transformers medium- and high-voltage circuit breakers and switchgear assemblies.

• Independently perform testing and maintenance of low-voltage AC/DC systems including station batteries battery chargers inverters DC distribution panels and AC distribution systems.

• Perform electrical calculations including transformer turns ratios power factor corrections and relay/metering circuit verification.

• Interpret electrical drawings schematics one-line diagrams and wiring diagrams; redline drawings to reflect field conditions as needed.

• Understand and apply switching concepts and procedures for high-voltage equipment.

• Prepare detailed test reports and commissioning documentation with accuracy and completeness;submitreports with minimal revisionrequired.

• Lead smaller-scope field assignments and task-level work activities coordinating with field crew members as needed.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior field staff on testing procedures safety practices and documentation standards.

• Communicate project status technical findings and any issues to the Field Supervisor and project leadership.

• Participate in and contribute to Job Safety Task Analyses (JSTAs) safety briefings and incident reporting.

• Maintain calibrate and manage assigned company test equipment and tools.

• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Deliver reliable high-quality testing and commissioning results that keep projects on schedule and meet client expectations.

• Strengthen project documentation standards by producing thoroughaccuratetest reports that require minimal revision.

• Contribute to workforce development by mentoring junior field staff and modeling professional field practices.

• Support project safety performance through active participation in safety planning and consistent adherence to safety protocols.

• Enhance project execution efficiency by independently managing assigned test procedures and reducing the need for supervisory oversight.

• Build client confidence in Dashiells field services through professional communication and dependable technical performance.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Required

• Associates orBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Technology Electrical Technology or a related technical field; equivalent field technician experience may be considered in lieu of a degree (2 years for Associates 4 years for Bachelors).

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in electrical testing commissioning or a related field service role.

• Demonstratedproficiencyin standard high-voltage electrical testing procedures including insulation resistance contact resistance turns ratio power factor hi-pot and circuit breaker timing.

• Working knowledge of protective relay testing and calibration on microprocessor-based systems.

• Working knowledge of power apparatus testing (transformers circuit breakers switchgear) and low-voltage AC/DC station auxiliary systems (batteries chargers inverters distribution panels).

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings schematics one-line diagrams and wiring diagrams.

• Proficiencyin performing electrical calculations including transformer ratios power factor corrections and relay/metering circuit verification.

• Strong technical report writing skills with the ability to produceaccurate detailed commissioning documentation.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook).

• Mathematicalproficiencythrough trigonometry.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability tointerface withsupervisors project teams and clients.

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record; willingness to travel extensively including overnight stays.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

• TWIC card or ability to obtain one.

Preferred

• Experience with Doble Megger Omicron or similar test equipment platforms.

• Prior experience in electric utility T&D construction or industrial commissioning environments.

• Familiarity with NFPA 70E IEEE and ANSI standards applicable to high-voltage testing.

• Experience leading small-scope field assignments or coordinating task-level work.

Physical Requirements

LEVEL 4 Field Technical (Testing & Commissioning)

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 812 hours).

• Ability to climbstairs and laddersand access elevated work areas.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to bend kneel crouch and work in confined spaces.

• Ability to work near energized electrical equipment.

• Ability towear required PPE at all times including hardhat safety glasses steel-toe boots FR clothing gloves and hearing protection.

• Ability tooperatecompany vehicles safely andmaintaina valid drivers license.

• Ability to travelfrequently including overnight stays.

Environmental Conditions

• Regular outdoor work in varying weather conditions including extreme heat cold humidity and wind.

• Exposure to electrical hazards energized equipment and arc flash environments.

• Exposure tonoise dust vibration and industrial job site conditions.

Driving & Safety-Sensitive Position

• This position is classified as safety-sensitive and requires maintenance of a valid drivers license acceptable driving record compliance with company motor vehicle policies and compliance with drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law.

Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company-paid life insurance accidental death and dismemberment insurance long-term disability insurance and an employeeassistanceprogram. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options) dental and vision coverage supplemental life insurance short-term disability critical illness insurance group accident insurance hospital indemnity insurance and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting among others.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship. Third-party recruiters and agencies please do not contact usregardingthis position.