ERS- NETA Testing Supervisor - Reno

Overview

Supervises field engineers, leads complex electrical testing/projects, handles sales and admin.

Key Responsibilities

• test development
• troubleshooting
• estimating
• analysis
• report writing
• commissioning

Tasks

-Foster a Customer-First Mindset -Instrumental in developing tests and inspections in new areas of field services. -Perform complex troubleshooting, specialized tests, inspections, and appraisals on electrical apparatus and electrical systems. -Perform job estimating, proposal preparation, fieldwork, scheduling, reports, and billing. -May perform complex analysis and evaluative tasks necessary to complete equipment-labeling projects consistent with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements and Company procedures. -Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of project, using a computer, and accurately process job billing. -Supervise, train and assist other field service engineers and technicians while being responsible for all aspects of field service work in the area. -Lead large projects requiring specialized skills such as generator acceptance tests, commissioning of larger substations, supervising “turnkey” projects, detailed power survey and other types of electrical consultation.

Requirements

• bsee
• switchgear
• nec
• word
• client interface
• 6+ yrs

What You Bring

-Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell. Frequently required to sit, climb and balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation and the ability to adjust focus. Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move 100-pound test sets. -Actively involved client interface and business development activities. -Frequent bending / twisting -Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.) -Extreme cold (below 32*) -Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors) -Strong computer skills including editing, formatting and using templates in Microsoft Word use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research and operation of computer-controlled test equipment. -Strong background and experience in all types of switchgear and equipment testing through the 500-kV class. -Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and six years’ experience; OR -Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping -Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather) -Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and night work. Must be available for out-of-town and international travel of up to several weeks. -Thorough knowledge of electrical apparatus testing with a strong theoretical understanding of electrical power systems, and good aptitude for problem evaluation. -Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard) -A high degree of communication, supervisory, organizational and management skills are required. -Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.) -Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders) -Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients, peers and management. -Frequent driving (car, van, truck) -Requires special skills in a majority of the following: Power quality surveys - generation and co-generation start-up – ANSI, NEC, NEMA and U.L. specifications (field evaluation); pilot wire and distance relaying - computer power system transient surveys - vector, phasor analogy; UPS systems - drive systems - complex control systems - medium and high voltage substation start-up, vibration analysis. -Graduate of applicable Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and nine years minimum same or similar work experience; OR -A good theoretical background and strong management skills are necessary. -Extreme heat (above 100*) -High school education or equivalent and ten years minimum same or similar work experience. -NETA 3 Certification or equivalent experience. -1+ Senior Field Engineer, Field Engineer, and/or Technician -Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA. -Good judgment, dependable, supervises large-scale projects with technical expertise and good business management skills. -Frequent Standing -Medium Lifting (30 Ibs. – 45 Ibs.) -Valid Driver’s License.

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About Electrical Reliability Services, Inc.

-Founded to address the need for reliable electrical services, focusing on high-value electrical systems. -They have a long-standing history of delivering essential testing, maintenance, and diagnostic solutions for critical infrastructures. -Specializing in preventing and resolving electrical failures, ensuring continuity across industries like energy, utilities, and data centers. -Offering preventive maintenance, testing, and diagnostics, catering to diverse industries such as energy and utilities. -Notable for expertise in high-voltage systems, trusted to maintain mission-critical operations smoothly. -Prides itself on ensuring reliability of electrical infrastructure, helping businesses avoid downtime and costly failures. -Act as an integral partner to various sectors, focusing on areas like electrical reliability and system resilience.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship will be provided. -only candidates legally authorized to work in the united states are eligible. -candidates with temporary visas (e, f-1, h-1, h-2, l, b, j, tn) or needing sponsorship are not eligible.

Security Clearance

-must successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. -must complete and pass a pre‑employment background check. -must complete and pass a motor vehicle records check.