Electrical Field Technician – Downhole & Surface System

Electrical Field Technician – Downhole & Surface Systems

Salamander is seeking an experienced Electrical Field Technician to support installation, commissioning, and servicing of downhole heater systems and associated surface electrical equipment. This is a hands-on field role suited for professionals with oilfield electrical experience who want broader technical exposure and direct influence on field execution.

This position requires regular field presence and frequent travel to domestic and international job sites. Total travel may be up to but not limited to 60%, depending on project demands, and may vary over time.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Install and commission low- and medium-voltage equipment (HCU, transformers, junction boxes, cabling)
• Support system startup and commissioning activities
• Oversee or support medium-voltage splicing and terminations
• Troubleshoot recurring electrical issues and implement practical field solutions
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled testing
• Provide on-site technical guidance to customers and field crews
• Contribute to improving field procedures and equipment reliability
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 3–7 years of oil & gas electrical field experience
• Experience with control panels, switchgear, PLC and/or SCR systems
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30–60%, project dependent)
  
  

Core Competencies

• Technical or engineering degree preferred, strong field experience highly valued
• Medium-voltage splicing and termination exposure preferred
• Background in service company, operator, downstream, onshore or offshore environments
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and mechanical aptitude
  
  

Why This Role Is Different

Electrical field personnel have direct, day-to-day access to senior management. Field observations and operational feedback are communicated without layers of filtering, allowing lessons learned to directly influence engineering decisions and execution standards. This role offers broader ownership, faster decision-making, and meaningful visibility.

What We Offer

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Some of the exciting benefits we offer include:

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employer-covered medical insurance options
• 100% employer-covered dental and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  
  

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. Salamander reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the role as necessary.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salamander is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s Policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories is prohibited.