Field Service Assistant

About Us

Established in 1993, Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is a technical service organization specializing in commissioning, start up, and maintenance testing for utilities, industrial, governmental and commercial clients. We are in Converse, TX with clients throughout the United States as well as internationally.

PES performs electrical system analyses, along with acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical distributions. Our professional staff has contributed to the successful completion of major generation, distribution, and commercial projects throughout the world.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, is looking for a Field Service Assistant to join our team in Converse, TX. (San Antonio Area)

The Field Service Assistant is responsible for executing tasks assigned to them by various service managers and senior technicians. The Field Service Assistant is primarily responsible for providing support to Field Service Technicians.

What You'll Do

• Perform assigned responsibilities to the highest standard and ensure all applicable standards and expectations are being met.
• Monitor all required forms of communication to ensure all necessary information is received for all assigned projects.
• Work with technicians to provide support as needed on all assigned projects and tasks.
• Arrive on assigned jobs at the time designated by the project lead and senior technicians.
• Ensure all test equipment is in working order and that all required equipment is available for the project.
• Report to senior technicians when arriving and departing all job sites to ensure all documentation is acceptable prior to leaving the job site.
• Turn in all documentation to senior technicians every day prior to leaving the job site.
• Ensure that all assigned scopes of work are performed in accordance with all applicable company and industry standards.
• Ensure that all assigned tasks are performed to the highest standard to ensure that all results provided are indisputable.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities performed on all assigned projects and deliver updates as required by the project management team.
• Ensure all test equipment assigned to the project is correctly checked out and accounted for throughout the project.
• Identify issues and topics that need to be addressed and trained on.
• Ensure all safety policies are being followed and adequate for work being performed.
• Create a culture of championing safety and ensuring all employees put safety at the forefront of every task.
• Provide feedback to management on any issues that are preventing the team from championing safety.
• Mentor and coach team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to improve field service operations.
• Assist senior technicians in troubleshooting and solving complex issues.
• Assist with testing, on all assigned scopes of work to include, but not limited to:
  • Low Voltage Equipment
  • Medium Voltage Equipment
  • Transformers
  • Motor Control Centers
  • VFD/Soft Starts
  • UPS and Battery Systems
  • MV Cables

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field (Preferred)
• Field experience OR combination of work and education can be substituted
• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED required.
• Motivated self-starter with a passion and drive to start and complete project.
• Good communication skills – written and verbal.
• Excellent problem solving and trouble resolution abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long-term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.