Assistant Testing Technician - NETA 2

Quanta Services, Inc.; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching andvest

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Short-term and long-term benefits

Employee discounts on consumer goods

Job summary

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, is seeking Assistant Testing Technicians (NETA 2) to join our teams across Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio markets. You will perform acceptance and maintenance testing on electrical power systems, under supervision, building hands-on expertise toward independent ownership.

Ideal candidates have NETA Level 2 or plan to sit for the exam within 6 months, with 2+ years of field testing experience.

Qualifications

• NETA Level 2 Certification or ability to sit for exam within 6 months of hire.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or field service on medium- and/or high-voltage equipment.
• Associate degree, technical/trade school certificate, or military electrical training (preferred); Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is a plus.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE/ANSI standards; familiarity with NESC is a plus.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment submittals.
• Proficiency with field test equipment (insulation resistance, contact resistance, power factor, injection sets).
• Valid driver’s license; pass background check, drug screen, and site access requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry test equipment up to 50 lbs; outdoor work in varying conditions.
• Willingness to travel, including out-of-area and overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing on power systems and equipment (switchgear, transformers, relays, breakers, cabling, grounding).
• Execute test procedures under supervision of higher-level technicians.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate electrical test equipment; verify readings.
• Document test data and draft field test reports for review by engineers.
• Follow NETA standards, NFPA 70E, and safety protocols on every site.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root-cause investigations.
• Support and train Level 1 technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain test equipment, tooling, and vehicle inventory in calibrated, ready condition.
• Represent Power Engineering Services professionally with customers.

Skills

Electrical testing

Reading schematics

Travel flexibility

Strong work ethic

Education

Associate degree or trade certificate

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (plus)

Tools

Insulation resistance

Relay test sets

Job description

About Us

Established in 1993, Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is a technical service organization specializing in commissioning, start up, and maintenance testing for utilities, industrial, governmental and commercial clients. We are in Converse, TX with clients throughout the United States as well as internationally.

PES performs electrical system analyses, along with acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical distributions. Our professional staff has contributed to the successful completion of major generation, distribution, and commercial projects throughout the world.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

Power Engineering Services, a Quanta Services Company, is looking for Assistant Testing Technicians (NETA 2) to join our growing teams across our Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, TX markets.

As an Assistant Testing Technician at Power Engineering Services, you will perform acceptance and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment in the field. Working under the direction of an Electrical Testing Technician (NETA 3) or Sr. Electrical Testing Technician (NETA 4), you will execute test procedures, document results, and build the hands‑on expertise that leads to independent project ownership. This is a hands‑on, customer‑facing role for technicians who want a clear path from Level 2 toward Level 3 certification and eventual technician‑in‑charge responsibility.

What You'll Do

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing on power systems and equipment, including switchgear, transformers, protective relays, circuit breakers, cabling, and grounding systems.
• Execute assigned test procedures and scopes of work under the direction of an Electrical Testing Technician (NETA 3) or Senior Certified Technician.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate electrical test equipment; verify results and identify readings that fall outside expected values.
• Record and document test data accurately and completely, and draft field test reports for review by a certified technician or engineer.
• Follow and enforce NETA standards, NFPA 70E, and company safety protocols on every job site — including lockout/tagout, arc flash and shock hazard boundaries, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root‑cause investigation, escalating complex findings to the Electrical Testing Technician or engineering team.
• Support and help train Level 1 technicians and apprentices in test procedures and safe work practices.
• Maintain assigned test equipment, tooling, and vehicle inventory in calibrated, job‑ready condition.
• Represent Power Engineering Services professionally on customer sites and communicate job status clearly to the technician in charge.

What You'll Bring

• NETA Level 2 Certification, or the ability to sit for the exam within 6 months of hire. NETA Level 3 is a plus and is the expected progression for this role.
• Minimum of 2+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or field service on medium‑and‑or high‑voltage equipment.
• Associate degree, technical/trade school certificate, or military electrical training (preferred); Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable IEEE and ANSI standards; familiarity with NESC is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret one‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment submittals.
• Proficiency with common field test equipment (insulation resistance, contact resistance, power factor, primary and secondary injection, relay test sets).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and customer site‑access requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry test equipment up to 50 lbs and to work outdoors in varying job‑site conditions.
• Willingness to travel to job sites and to work off‑hours, nights, weekends, and scheduled outages as project needs require. Travel may include assignments outside your home area, including out‑of‑state travel and overnight stays.
• Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for tackling new challenges with a commitment to finding optimal solutions.

What You’ll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short‑term and long‑term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.