Switchgear Testing Technician

Description

The Switchgear Testing Technician will assemble, operate, maintain and test electrical equipment by following standard procedures and instructions defined by manuals. This position involves working on various electrification products such as Switchgears, HPU’s, VFD’s, relays, transformers and various wires and switches.

• Assist with demonstrating proper operation to customer, inspectors and other interested parties.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs and replaces low voltage electric distribution systems and related equipment, including but not limited to switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, solid state control systems, power and distribution class transformers, generators, capacitor banks, solid state meters, protection and monitoring systems, cable and conduit.
• Assist with product testing to ensure proper operation prior to shipment.
• Repair products/equipment with little to no supervision.
• Mentor less experienced personnel.
• Physical pre-testing activities for the products to ensure the quality of the product or manufacturing process.
• Tests power systems utilizing equipment such as phase meters, hi-potential testers, meggers, and infrared thermometers.
• Record observations, test results and make suggestions for improving products, processes.

Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with other department personnel, vendors and suppliers, students, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements.
• Must have safety conscious approach and work habits
• Ability to sit, balance and climb ladders, scaffolds and other objects.
• Ability to move in and around confined and cluttered places and uneven areas.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 3-5 years of Electrical Testing experience with low/medium voltage equipment such as switchgears, MCC's and VFD's.
• Able to read and interpret engineering configuration and wiring drawings.
• Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift in all weather and temperature extremes.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of testing and troubleshooting methods.
• Ability to reach with arms and use tools above/over the head.
• Ability to stand (for extended periods of time), walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl and twist
• Troubleshooting capabilities, relay calibration, use of load and power quality recording instrumentation, medium voltage breaker and switchgear testing.
• Awareness and understanding of company's policies, procedures, products, and services.
• FSA and HSA
• Understanding of hazards associated with commissioning LV/MV equipment.
• Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, recommend repair and modifications.

Benefits

• Voluntary benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long term Disability insurance
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance