Breaker Shop Technician

Sunbelt Solomon; Bay Minette (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Solutions Group, a Sunbelt Solomon company, seeks a Breaker Shop Technician to repair, refurbish, and test LV/MV/HV circuit breakers in a NETA-accredited environment.

You will inspect, test, and document results while maintaining safety and quality in a busy shop. Experience with test equipment and schematics is essential; NETA Level 1/2 is a strong plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with mechanical refurbishment and testing equipment is needed.
• NETA-level certification is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and test LV/MV/HV circuit breakers.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and evaluate results against tolerances.
• Document work clearly for QA and customer reporting.
• Maintain a safe shop environment per NFPA 70E procedures.
• Prepare breakers for deployment by field teams.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical experience

Read schematics & manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NETA Level 1 or 2 certification (preferred)

Tools

DLROs

Meggers

Dobles

Primary injection sets

Job description

Power Solutions Group (a Sunbelt Solomon company) is a leading provider of electrical contracting, power distribution, and energy-focused service solutions for commercial and industrial clients. Known for our commitment to safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship, we support projects from initial design through installation and long-term maintenance. Our team takes pride in solving complex challenges, delivering dependable results, and building strong relationships with the customers and communities we serve.

A Breaker Shop Technician supports a NETA-accredited electrical testing operation by repairing, refurbishing, and testing low-, medium-, and high-voltage circuit breakers and related power distribution equipment. This role ensures every breaker leaving the shop meets ANSI/NETA ATS/MTS standards, performs reliably, and is safe for field deployment.

The technician handles the full lifecycle of breaker service work: disassembly, inspection, mechanical repair, electrical testing, reassembly, and final quality verification. Success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, comfort with electrical test equipment, and a commitment to precision and safety.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical refurbishment of LV/MV/HV circuit breakers, including cleaning, part replacement, lubrication, and mechanism adjustments.
• Conduct diagnostic testing-contact resistance, insulation resistance, timing, Hi-Pot, and primary/secondary injection-and evaluate results against manufacturer tolerances and NETA standards.
• Document all work clearly and accurately for internal QA and customer reporting.
• Maintain a safe, organized shop environment and follow NFPA 70E and company safety procedures.
• Support field teams by preparing breakers and related equipment for deployment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Hands-on mechanical experience
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as DLROs, Meggers, Dobles, and primary injection sets is valuable.
• Experience in a NETA environment or pursuit of NETA Level 1 or 2 certification is a strong plus