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Distribution Field Technician

Telex LLC
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Joplin, MO, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off

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  • Telex, LLC is looking for a Distribution Field Technician to support distribution voltage regulator and control work in the Kansas City Metro and SE Kansas areas.
  • The position is full-time, remote-based, and requires 3+ years of hands-on experience with distribution automation equipment.
  • Key responsibilities include installing, programming, testing, and maintaining distribution automation equipment, as well as verifying SCADA points.
  • The role offers competitive compensation, overtime opportunities, and long-term utility project work.
  • Employees will also enjoy comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

About Telex, LLC

At Telex, we don't just power grids - we power possibilities. Our team of expert engineers and field technicians partners with utilities, independent power producers, and energy innovators to deliver reliable, resilient, and future-ready power systems.

The Opportunity

Telex is seeking a Distribution Field Technician to support distribution voltage regulator and distribution control work in the Kansas City Metro and SE Kansas areas. This is a full-time, remote-based field position covering the Kansas City Metro and SE Kansas region.

What You'll Do

  • Install, program, test, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain distribution automation equipment, including voltage regulators and regulator controls, capacitor bank controls, reclosers, and related devices.
  • Set and verify regulator control setpoints, including voltage level, bandwidth, time delay, and line drop compensation.
  • Perform control replacements and retrofits, including wiring and functional checks.
  • Verify SCADA/communications points and maintain accurate field documentation and as-builts.
  • Support Volt/VAR Optimization (VVO) program work as client requirements are finalized.

Preferred Experience

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with distribution voltage regulators, capacitor bank controls, reclosers, or similar distribution automation equipment.
  • Experience installing, programming, and commissioning regulator controls (Eaton/Cooper CL-6/CL-7, Beckwith M-6200, SEL-2431, or similar).
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting one-lines, control schematics, and wiring diagrams; comfortable redlining as-builts.
  • Familiar with SCADA integration and communications checkout (DNP3 point verification, radio/cellular).
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently in the field with minimal supervision; valid driver's license and regional travel required.
  • Strong safety orientation, including NFPA 70E awareness and familiarity with utility switching/tagging and LOTO procedures.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Travel/per diem opportunities where applicable
  • Long-term utility project work
  • Career growth within the power delivery industry

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan + additional retirement options
  • Employee share ownership plan
  • Generous Paid time off
  • Paid holidays



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