3+ years of electrical testing experience preferred
Knowledge of Industrial Safety Processes and LOTO
Electrical or construction background; BSEE degree is a plus
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
Experience with various electrical test equipment
Proficient in LOTO and Job Hazard Analysis practices
Strong client relationship skills
Responsibilities
Travel to customer sites for inspection and testing of electrical systems
Supervise and mentor trainees and technicians
Ensure consistency in testing across technicians
Track project scope and communicate with management
Maintain and repair low, medium, and high-voltage equipment
Conduct testing and calibration of relays and transformers
Document test results and complete field reports
Benefits
Work-life balance program with limited consecutive travel weeks
Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
Engagement in diverse projects across various customer sites
Collaborative team environment
Potential for career advancement within the company
Full Job Description
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Location: Vancouver, WA
Frequent travel is an essential part of our field services operations. However, through our work life balance program, we ensure that technicians who prefer to travel less aren't away from home for more than 2 consecutive weeks. Available areas:
The Field Technician is responsible for supporting Acceptance and Maintenance Testing efforts for the team, projects, and customers to which you are assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Travel to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data on electrical systems.
Supervise Trainees, Assistants, and Technicians in the completion of electrical testing duties.
Guide, mentor, train, and supervise Level 1 and 2 certified NETA Trainees and Assistant Technicians.
Observe testing, assign work on projects to capable technicians, ensure testing of similar items is consistent across test technicians
Track project scope completion and communicate ABM and Customer Management
Maintain, test, repair, rebuild, and replace low, medium, and high-voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches.
Test and inspect low, medium, and high-voltage cable installations.
Maintain, test, and repair transformers and related equipment.
Test and calibrate solid-state and electromechanical relays.
Perform relay calibration and power metering.
Conduct low and medium-voltage motor control center and contractor testing.
Start-up, troubleshoot, and repair generator controls and transfer schemes.
Test and commission protection and control systems on high voltage substations.
Sample and interpret insulated fluids.
Complete Job Hazard Analyses including but not limited to arc-flash and shock analyses
Review and submit timecards, expense, and project reports.
Document test results and complete field reports.
Rotate emergency on-call duty.
Maintain strict compliance with regulatory laws
Assist in the sales process acting as the technical expert in electrical testing and maintenance of electrical equipment
May be modified from time to time. Other duties, tasks and work may be assigned.
METRICS
Project and demand oriented as defined by the objectives set forth by operations manager and measured based on meeting objectives, completion on time, accuracy and neatness of work, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of electrical testing experience is preferred.
Industrial Safety Processes and LOTO
Electrical background, construction background, and/or Electrical Field Service Engineer (BSEE degree not required but a plus)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and three-line drawings.
Work safely in Low, Medium and High voltage applications.
Experienced using various test equipment such as megger, hi-pot, WRM, TTR, power factor test set, high current breaker test sets, etc.
Proficient in LOTO and Job Hazard Analysis practices.
Record and interpret test data (components, power quality, engineering studies, etc.)
Maintain strong client relationships.
Exhibit Professionalism at all times.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
Strong electrical skills.
Strong mechanical skills.
Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Clear written and verbal communications.
Organize and write procedures in a logical/methodical manner.
Good time management skills; be able to multi-task
Able to work at fast pace
Work well in a team environment.
Able to maintain confidential information.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school Diploma or equivalent GED certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to work in environments indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions.
Climb and on ladders and scaffolding and work on man-lifts occasionally.
Lifting requirements include occasional lifting up to 75 pounds, frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and continuous lifting of up to 25 pounds.
Frequent reaching/working overhead, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
Frequent walking
Continuous standing and repetitive hand motion.
SALARY RANGE INFORMATION
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
