ERS NETA Field Service Technician - Cedar Rapids

Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus. Perform as “lead” person on projects. Perform other assignments as required. Position requires some technical supervision.

• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems and power metering.
• 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.
• Perform all functions pertaining to a written job proposal to a client, including estimate of man-hours and expenses, and development of scope and pricing and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.
• ​ Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• May perform simple power system studies including short circuit and protective device coordination.
• Take an active role in business development and expansion.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• or similar work experience.
• 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.
• Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and three years minimum same or similar
• Troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, low and medium voltage switchgear testing through 15 kV class.
• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.
• 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.
• Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and no experience. OR Graduate of applicable
• Good judgment, dependable, supervises projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.
• 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.
• 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.
• Strong background and experience in all types of switchgear testing through the 15 kV class.
• work experience. OR High school education or equivalent and four years minimum same
• Passed NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
• Valid Driver’s License.