Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Installation Technician II

Schweitzer Engineering Labs$66K — $99K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience as an Installation Technician
  • Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD for updating as-built drawings
  • Ability to read and understand complex electrical schematics
  • SQEW certification is required
  • Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex electrical field installations
  • Install and troubleshoot protective relays
  • Modify and install panels and cabinets
  • Route and assemble cables, including fiber optics
  • Integrate and assemble control houses
  • Form and install conduits
  • Supervise junior technicians and mentor Installation Technician I

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned with stock ownership plan and 401(k) options
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 10 paid holidays and annual vacation starting at 12 days
  • 9 paid sick days and paid family medical leave
  • Growth opportunities through STEM courses and tuition assistance
  • Additional wellness, fertility, and flexible spending benefits
Full Job Description
As an Installation Technician, a typical day may include:

Perform electrical field installations of advanced complexity.

Perform the following functions:
  • Protective relay installation, testing troubleshooting
  • Panel and cabinet demolition, installation and modification
  • Cable routing and assembly (including fiber)
  • Control house integration and assembly
  • Conduit forming and installation

Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL Engineering Services processes and products.

Supervise installation technicians on projects of basic to moderate complexity.

Generate and approve LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) plans.

Generate field installation estimates for projects of basic to moderate complexity.

Acts as a mentor to Installation Technician I.

Required Qualifications

Basic working knowledge of analog and digital electronics

Basic ability to utilize AutoCAD for updating field as-built drawings

Ability to read and comprehend both mechanical and electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams and three-line diagrams

SQEW certification

Completion of COM-100 and COM-101 certification

Willing to travel up to 75% of the time

Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

Preferred Qualifications

Generally, requires 2+ years of experience in an Installation Tech I role

Generally, requires 3+ years of control panel wiring experience

Experience with SEL products

Experience working in active substations

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in outside environments with varying climates

Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climb, and use arm and hand movements

Ability to carry tools and to handle materials and equipment of up to 50 pounds

Ability to work at heights on lifts, stepladders and/or extension ladders

Location:

Phoenix, AZ- This position is located in Phoenix, AZ. Ranked one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, Phoenix has something for everyone. The city boasts beautiful red rocks and endless sunshine. Enjoy outdoor recreation in desert preserves or shopping and dining in the cosmopolitan city, whatever your interests, you will find it in Phoenix.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

  • We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
  • We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.


Pay Range Data

Installation Technician II: $32 - $48/hour. Our hourly ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. The range may differ in other locations based on cost of labor. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants

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About Schweitzer Engineering Labs

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) designs, manufactures, and supports products and services ranging from generator and transmission protection to distribution automation and control systems. Founded in 1982 by Edmund O. Schweitzer III, SEL is headquartered in Pullman, Washington, and has operations in over 80 countries. SEL's products and services are used by utilities, industrial companies, and transportation systems to ensure the safe and reliable operation of their power systems. SEL is known for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer service, and has won numerous awards for its products and workplace culture.
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