Position Summary
The Field Technician Team Lead provides technical leadership and oversight for field testing teams performing inspection, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical power systems at customer sites. This role is responsible for leading field crews, coordinating testing activities, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards, and supporting successful project execution. In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Field Technician Team Lead performs advanced electrical testing and serves as a technical resource for field technicians.
Essential Functions
- Provide leadership and guidance to a team of field technicians with varying levels of experience.
- Coordinate and lead field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project scope.
- Facilitate job kick-off, status updates, and closeout discussions with field teams and project leadership.
- Foster a safety-first, high-performance culture consistent with AMP’s values and operational standards.
- Mentor, coach, and develop technicians to support technical growth and workforce development.
- Provide constructive feedback and performance guidance to team members.
Technical Responsibilities
- Perform and oversee testing of low, medium, and high voltage electrical equipment including switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, relays, and cables.
- Perform power transformer testing, protective relay testing, and medium-voltage cable testing.
- Troubleshoot electrical equipment issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
- Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation to diagnose system performance issues.
- Develop and implement testing procedures as required to support project needs.
- Analyze testing data and prepare accurate reports documenting testing results and maintenance activities.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to field technicians during testing and troubleshooting activities.
Project & Customer Support
- Communicate project updates, testing results, and technical findings to Project Managers and Operations leadership.
- Interact professionally with customers on-site and maintain strong client relationships.
- Assist with job walks, project planning, and equipment evaluations when needed.
- Ensure all testing and commissioning activities comply with NETA, NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and company safety requirements.
- Stay informed on industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes related to electrical power systems.
- Participate in scheduled after-hours or emergency response work when required.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Supervisor Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee field technician teams.
- Provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance to technicians at all levels.
- Support technician development and knowledge growth across the field services team.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Active NETA II Certification
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing electrical testing, commissioning, or maintenance of power distribution systems.
- Experience working in industrial, commercial, utility, or data center electrical environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading field crews or supervising technical teams.
- Strong knowledge of electrical testing procedures and applicable industry standards including NETA, NEC, NFPA, and OSHA.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and internal teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments and project teams.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain an acceptable driving record.
- Basic computer proficiency including email, internet use, and data entry.
- Ability to travel locally and regionally, including periodic overnight travel based on project requirements.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, or emergency service calls as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- NETA Level III or IV certification or the ability to obtain certification.
- Technical training, trade school certification, or associate degree in electrical technology or related field preferred.
- Military electrical power training such as Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, Navy Seabee, or similar programs.
Employment Requirements
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and participate in periodic, unannounced random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policy and customer requirements.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require current or future sponsorship.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by operational needs.
- Must be willing and able to travel, including overnight travel, estimated at approximately 25% or more depending on project requirements.
- Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including standing, walking, climbing, crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background screening and drug and alcohol testing.
Why Join AMP?
Our culture and core values are the backbone of our success. At AMP, we are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally, support their families, and take pride in meaningful work.
We emphasize:
- Professional development and technical training
- A supportive, team-focused culture
- Opportunities for advancement within the company
- Meaningful work that supports critical power infrastructure
A career at AMP offers the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding future. Our field technicians have the potential to earn a competitive income that meets or exceeds the average earnings of many traditional four-year college career paths. We believe dedication, skill, and continuous learning can open doors to long-term professional success.
Our Mission
We are committed to extraordinary quality, while exhibiting servant leadership, exceeding our clients’ objectives of safety and reliability.
Our Vision
To further the gospel while sustaining exceptional employment and providing quality services to the energy industry.
Our Core Values
Our values guide how we work, how we serve our customers, and how we support one another as a team.
- Attentiveness - Giving our full attention to people and tasks with focus and care.
- Commitment - Following through on our word with action.
- Creativity - Approaching challenges and opportunities with new perspectives.
- Dependability - Doing what we say we will do, even when it requires sacrifice.
- Diligence - Treating every task with effort, care, and attention to excellence.
- Integrity - Upholding strong moral and ethical principles in all that we do.
- Poise - Maintaining balance, professionalism, and composure in all situations.
Additional Information:
- Job: Full-Time
- Location: Chattanooga, TN
- Travel: Up to 25%
- Compensation: Pay ranges from $42 to $55 (depending on skillset, certification, and experience) per hour and eligible for overtime. Daily meal and incidentals per diem available when traveling for overnight work.
- Relocation: Relocation assistance available for highly qualified candidates.
- Benefits: Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, anniversary bonuses, matching IRA, and paid time off.
- Application Details: The position will stay open until filled - seeking one 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.
AMP Quality Energy Services 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your expected compensation for this role?
- When are you available to start?
Ability to Relocate:
- Chattanooga, TN 37450: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
