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# Data Center Field Technician

- **Company:** NES Fircroft Group Limited
- **Location:** Ooltewah, TN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Data Centers, Dropbox
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.nesfircroft.com/de/job/data-center-field-technician-30941/#apply-form

## About the Role

* High School Diploma or GED with 5-12+ years of related experience,
OR Associate's Degree with 10 years of experience,
OR Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience.

 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Proven experience in field service roles involving power systems and electrical testing.
 * Hands-on experience with switchgear, transformers, and other electrical equipment
 * Willingness and ability to travel for extended periods (4-6 weeks) with scheduled rotations home.

## Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Service Engineer to lead complex service operations across multiple data center locations. This role involves extensive travel (4-6 weeks at a time) followed by a scheduled rotation home. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power systems, relay testing, and troubleshooting, with the ability to mentor junior staff and act as a technical expert in the field., * Lead and perform complex field service operations and troubleshooting tasks.

 * Apply engineering methods to modify and redline customer drawings and schematics.
 * Conduct relay testing (electro-mechanical and solid-state), PLC programming (read/write), and testing of low and medium voltage circuit breakers.
 * Perform CT testing, SF6 gas testing, and utility paralleling system analysis.
 * Operate and interpret results from test equipment such as relay test sets, power factor testers, Hipot, Megger, phase rotation meters, and voltage/current meters.
 * Supervise on-site activities and ensure compliance with safety and technical standards.
 * Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior associates.
 * Serve as a subject matter expert in specific technical areas.
 * Work with and troubleshoot,install, comission switchgear, transformers, and other power delivery equipment.


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