Field Service Testing Technician

Field Service Testing Technician

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Date: Nov 13, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77088

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. Weare proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location: Remote

Shift: 1st

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Field Service Technician will perform advanced diagnostics and fault locating on underground power cables in various markets including industrial and utility applications. This role will interact with a direct power distribution customers and contractors onsite, operate diagnostics equipment, acquire test data, and communicate with the remote support team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Testing/diagnosing/fault locating or tracing for medium to high voltage cable

2. Reading and interpreting mechanical prints, electrical prints, and other related technical documentation.

3. Bill out trucks w/miscellaneous items to be shipped out to other plants (this includes producing an MSO).

4. Operate and interpret data with a Time Domain Reflectometer, AC/DC Hi Pot, VLF/Tan Delta, Partial Discharge test set, MV cable and fault locater (thumper).

5. Responsible for working safely with no electrical contact, incidents or personal injuries

6. Enhance and advance a below zero incident safety culture and behavior

7. Comprehend and follow OSHA and company safety rules

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Self-starter with the ability to operate remotely from the main office with minimum supervision

2. Availability for assignments with short notice

3. Strong competency in instrument systems technology including mechanical, electrical, and software technology

4. Ability to think and act in a logical and methodical way

5. Able and willing to travel on a regular basis

Benefits We Offer :

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)

• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

• Long & Short-Term Disability

• Supplemental Insurance Plans

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

• Parental Leave

• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Houston

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