Infrared Field Technician at ABB in Seattle, WA

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Sr. Director - Field Services

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As an Infrared Field Technician, you will evaluate and monitor the condition of clients’ electrical, mechanical, and structural systems using infrared imaging technology. This role may also involve vibration data collection and ultrasound testing across high-voltage electrical systems, compressed air, steam, and mechanical systems. You will support a diverse range of ABB customer facilities, including leading software development companies, big-box distribution centers, and more.

This is a remote position requiring frequent travel, up to 60% of the time, including trips of two hours or more from the employee’s home location. Overnight travel should be expected. Candidates must reside within a one-hour commute of Kansas City, KS; Seattle, WA; or Boston, MA.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and reporting: Perform infrared and visual inspections of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems; document findings using ABB’s proprietary tools.

• Client and contractor coordination: Manage contracted electricians, collaborate with client personnel, and advise on mitigation techniques for identified issues.

• Ensure compliance and safety: Follow ABB’s Electrical Safety PPE policy and safely access energized equipment.

• Administrative and operational tasks: Complete expense reports promptly, maintain reliable attendance, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of hands-on electrical or mechanical experience.

• Ability to pass the ABB Level I Thermography course.

• A strong safety orientation as well as being willing and able to wear up to Category 4 Personal Protective Equipment while on the job.

• Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand for extended periods throughout the day.

• Ability to speak and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrate a professional presence that builds trust and reinforces customer confidence in our company.

• Basic computer skills in current software platforms, as well as the ability to work with mobile devices, such as laptops/tablets, are required.

• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age,  race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI- Remote

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $51,100 and $81,760 annually.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. 

• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.

• Vision benefit.

• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).

• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).

• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.

• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.

• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.  Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.

• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance.

• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.

• Employee discount program.

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.

• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays.  Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. 

More about us

ABB's Service Division partners with our customers to improve the availability, reliability, predictability and sustainability of electrical products and installations. The Division’s extensive service portfolio offers product care, modernization, and advisory services to improve performance, extend equipment lifetime and deliver new levels of operational and sustainable efficiency. We help customers keep resources in use for as long as possible, extracting the maximum value from them, and then recovering and regenerating products and materials at the end of their useful life.

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.

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