S&C Electric Field Services Skillsbridge Program
The Field Service Technician role is an opportunity for Electrical Engineers to build a career in an industry that is challenged to support the future of the power grid. S&C Electric Co is growing and the need for additional Field Service Technicians is critical to meet demand. The Field Services Leadership team has more than 30 years of experiences collectively which provides a great opportunity for new team members to learn, grow, and bridge skill sets.The Field Services Engineering team is critical to supporting our customers by installing, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment to maintain electrical power services globally. S&C provides solutions for customers worldwide. The company has engineering offices and manufacturing facilities in Chicago, Illinois; Franklin, Wisconsin; Alameda, California; Duvall, Washington; and Orlando, Florida. S&C subsidiaries operate in Toronto, Canada; Wales, United Kingdom; Melbourne, Australia; Suzhou, China; Curitiba, Brazil; and Aguascalientes, Mexico.S&C Electric Co. has launched a training program to provide customized training for Field Service Technicians. At the end of the training program, Service Member will be a Field Service Technician. The Power Systems team has developed a training program to provide new team members with training in the following areas. • Intro to Power Distribution Systems (There are basic concepts and terminology commonly used in power distribution systems, both internally by S&C and by our customers) 120Hrs. max• Power Systems & Devices (The goal is to gain a basic familiarity with each device before gaining hands-on experience or working in the field. 80 Hrs max• Maintenance, Installation, & Repair (Participation in workshops, application of knowledge learned, partnering with Field Service Engineering team to practice and exhibit skilled learned to prepare for work in the field. 200hrs max Job Title: Upon completion of the Field Service Technician training courses, this SkillBridge training program will prepare the Service member to become a Field Service Technician.
ABOUT THE JOB
To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following: Associate degree preferred, or equivalent technical experience. Be a minimum of 21 years of age with a valid driver’s license. 2+ years of previous experience in mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, or maintenance of electrical utility equipment, facilities, or products. Ability to read mechanical drawings and possess excellent mechanical skills. Able to interpret electrical drawings and possess computer skills. Candidate must be willing to travel up to 60% of the time. Typical travel will be on weekdays and within the assigned region, however there may be a business need for travel outside the region as well as on weekends and holidays. Electrical substation maintenance and construction experience preferred. Knowledge of, and experience with, utility electrical protection equipment preferred. Relevant Work Experience: 2+ years of previous experience in mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, or maintenance of electrical utility equipment, facilities, or products.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Installing, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment to maintain electrical power services globally.
- Participation in workshops and application of knowledge learned.
- Partnering with Field Service Engineering team to practice and exhibit skills learned to prepare for work in the field.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree preferred, or equivalent technical experience.
- Minimum of 21 years of age with a valid driver’s license.
- 2+ years of previous experience in mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, or maintenance of electrical utility equipment, facilities, or products.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings and excellent mechanical skills.
- Able to interpret electrical drawings and possess computer skills.
- Willing to travel up to 60% of the time, including potential weekend and holiday travel.
- Electrical substation maintenance and construction experience preferred.
- Knowledge of, and experience with, utility electrical protection equipment preferred.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY
Must be Enlisted or Veteran Field Service Technician, Electrical or Mechanical Engineer.
ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES
All Services
BENEFITS
- Customized training for Field Service Technicians.
- Training in Intro to Power Distribution Systems, Power Systems & Devices, and Maintenance, Installation, & Repair.
PROGRAM COST
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S&C Electric Co. has launched a training program to provide customized training for Field Service Technicians. At the end of the training program, Service Member will be a Field Service Technician. The Power Systems team has developed a training program to provide new team members with training in the following areas. Intro to Power Distribution Systems (There are basic concepts and terminology commonly used in power distribution systems, both internally by S&C and by our customers) 120Hrs. max Power Systems & Devices (The goal is to gain a basic familiarity with each device before gaining hands-on experience or working in the field. 80 Hrs max. Maintenance, Installation, & Repair (Participation in workshops, application of knowledge learned, partnering with Field Service Engineering team to practice and exhibit skilled learned to prepare for work in the field. 200hrs max Job Title: Upon completion of the Field Service Technician training courses, this SkillBridge training program will prepare the Service member to become a Field Service Technician. Training Program Location(s)The Service Member will complete the Field Service Technician training program at one of S&C Electric Company’s Service Center locations: Chicago, West Palm Beach, or Dallas. Room & Board: Stipend may be available to assist with housing during program