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Field Tech - Boot Camp

  • Calgary, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 15, 2026
  • 1 position

$25–$35 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education
High school
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Field Tech is responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining low, medium, and high voltage electrical equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians. This role also involves responding to customer emergencies and ensuring all work complies with safety and regulatory standards.

Job details

Position Summary: The Field Tech is an entry-level position for individuals seeking to gain hands-on experience in power transmission and distribution. This role involves the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various electrical systems, including low, medium, and high voltage equipment. The Field Tech will receive comprehensive training and guidance to develop the necessary skills to work independently and efficiently as a field technician. Duties and Responsibilities: Under the supervision of a lead tech or supervisor, you will be responsible for: * Inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and collecting data on low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems (up to 500kV). * Performing testing and maintenance on low, medium, and high voltage switchgear and circuit breakers. * Performing inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair of transformers (45 KVA to 130 MVA), circuit breakers, and related equipment (including dry type and oil-filled). * Maintenance, testing, reconditioning, and repair of circuit breakers (low voltage 480V, medium voltage up to 15kV). * Working with SF6-filled equipment and gas-insulated switchgear. * Testing and inspecting low and medium voltage cable installations. * Operating high voltage test equipment, including Doble Power Factor test sets. * Performing start-up, troubleshooting, and repair services on controls and transfer schemes. * Participating in emergency on-call duty rotations and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner. * Ensuring that all work is performed in strict compliance with regulatory laws, including safety standards. * Completing other duties as assigned by the manager. Required Experience and Qualifications: * Recent graduate from a technical institution, high school diploma with industry experience, or individual with background that includes electrical training. * Educational background in electrical systems, power distribution, electrical engineering technology, or a related discipline is preferred * Previous co-op, internship, or hands-on industry experience is considered a strong asset. * Knowledge of industry standards and best practices, including NETA, NEC, and NFPA, is an asset; however, training and development opportunities will be provided for the right candidate. * Ability to work safely and adhere to electrical safety procedures. * Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, for working with customers and team members. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. * Ability to follow instructions and work under the guidance of experienced technicians. * Strong computer skills, Microsoft Office, and the use of the internet for research. Who we are! RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade! Our Mission Ensure reliable and safe mission-critical power across our customers’ electrical infrastructure lifecycle. Our Vision To be the premier, first-choice, trusted provider in the US and Canada for critical power services and products by delivering the best customer and employee experience in the industry. Core Cultural Competencies * We do it right * We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners. * You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day. * You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly. * You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company. * You are on time and preplan time off. * You produce a quality product. * We are customer driven * Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication. * You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner. * You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management. * We focus on growth * We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees. * You understand and apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job. * You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties. * You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.). * We solve problems * Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable. * You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments. * You perform work assignments independently. * You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things. * We get it done * We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard. * You follow through on commitments in a timely way. * You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations. * You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate. * You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.). * We build strong relationships * Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers. * You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers. * You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors. Additional Information: Job: Full-Time, CAN Cohert #1 Location: * Alberta * British Columbia Travel: Up to 80% travel. Compensation: Pay ranges from $25-$35 (depending on skillset and experience) per hour and eligible for overtime. Daily meal and incidentals per diem available when traveling for overnight work. Relocation: Relocation assistance not available. Benefits: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, anniversary bonuses, Employee Ownership Plan, RRSP, and paid time off. Application Details: The position will stay open until filled - seeking 10 FTE. Apply via job postings on job boards or from the company website. Physical Demands: Lifting a maximum of 50 lbs. without assistance or use of a lifting aid, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and working in non-ideal conditions. RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

What you’ll do

The Field Tech is responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining low, medium, and high voltage electrical equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians. This role also involves responding to customer emergencies and ensuring all work complies with safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a preference for technical school experience in electrical systems or power distribution. Candidates must be willing to travel up to 80% of the time and possess a strong aptitude for learning electrical safety and troubleshooting.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Anniversary bonuses
  • Employee ownership plan
  • RRSP
  • Paid time off

Listed skills

  • Time management · Preferred
  • Technical Documentation · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred
  • Microsoft Office · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Electrical systems maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Circuit breaker testing
  • Transformer maintenance
  • Switchgear inspection
  • High voltage equipment operation
  • Doble power factor testing
  • Technical documentation
  • Safety compliance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Electrical safety procedures
  • Medium Voltage
  • Electrical Safety
  • Policy Procedures
  • Industry Standards
  • Professionalism
  • Time Off Management
  • Power Distribution
  • Effective Communication
  • Follow Through
  • Willingness To Learn
  • NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Codes
  • Ethical Standards And Conduct
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Electrical Power Transmission And Distribution
  • Research
  • Management
  • Decision Making
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Customer Service
  • Computer Literacy
  • Cooperation
  • Data Collection
  • Electric Power Distribution
  • High Voltage
  • Electrical Systems
  • Oil and Gas
  • Switchgear
  • Innovation
  • Problem Solving
  • Low Voltage
  • Maintenance Testing
  • Safety Standards
  • Transformers (Electrical)
  • Time Management
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Test Equipment

Job areas

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