Breaker Technician

GROUP CBS; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Group CBS, Inc. is seeking a full-time, hourly technician to repair, upgrade, recondition, and remanufacture electrical equipment ranging from circuit breakers to substations.

The role combines electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repair, testing, and precise documentation to restore safe operation. You will inspect, disassemble and reassemble components, review work orders, operate test equipment, read schematics, and document results.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Ability to work safely on electrical circuits and stored-energy mechanisms.
• Proficiency with measuring tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Willingness to read and study technical literature and detailed OEM procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, disassemble, recondition, and reassemble circuit breakers and electrical components.
• Review breaker evaluations and work orders to complete customer-requested service.
• Remove and reinstall components, documenting work and equipment condition.
• Work safely with stored-energy mechanisms and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults.
• Read OEM manuals, schematics, point-to-point wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical wiring; operate breakers from schematics, including charge, close, and trip functions.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Job description

Schedule

Full-time, hourly, non-exempt. Schedule coordinated with the direct supervisor based on operational needs.

Overview

Repair, upgrade, recondition, and remanufacture electrical equipment, ranging from individual circuit breakers to complete substations. This production role combines electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repair, testing, and careful documentation to return equipment to safe, reliable operation.

What you will do

• Clean, inspect, disassemble, recondition, and reassemble circuit breakers and electrical components
• Review breaker evaluations and work orders to complete customer-requested service
• Remove and reinstall components, documenting work and equipment condition
• Work safely with stored-energy mechanisms and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults
• Read OEM manuals, schematics, point-to-point wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams
• Test and troubleshoot electrical wiring; operate breakers from schematics, including charge, close, and trip functions
• Operate test equipment appropriate to each circuit breaker type
• Recondition auxiliary switches, motors, relays, coils, and other components; verify proper function before installation
• Support on-site and emergency service assignments when needed after training

What success looks like

• Breaker reconditioning is completed accurately and on time, consistent with experience and project requirements
• Work areas remain clean, organized, and safe
• Work records and photographs document equipment from receipt through project completion
• Completed repairs, adjustments, and testing meet work-order specifications and operations objectives
• Workmanship is accurate, neat, and consistently documented

What we are looking for

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Ability to work safely on electrical circuits and stored-energy mechanisms
• Ability to use measuring tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
• Willingness to read and study technical literature and detailed OEM procedures
• Mechanical aptitude and personal hand tools
• Attention to detail, organization, time management, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Clear verbal and written communication, teamwork, and ability to write logical procedures
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint; ability to handle confidential information
• Willingness to travel to job sites when required after training

Education and experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• No certificates, licenses, or registrations required

Physical requirements

• Occasional reaching or working overhead, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Frequent walking
• Continuous standing and repetitive hand motions
• Occasional lifting up to 75 pounds, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds, and continuous lifting up to 25 pounds

Additional information

• Reports to the Breaker Department Supervisor or Branch Operations Manager; no direct reports
• No commission or bonus plan currently in place
• Introductory performance review at approximately 80 days and formal annual performance reviews
• Compensation range and work location were not provided in the source job description

May be modified from time to time. Other duties, tasks and work may be assigned.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.