Breaker Technician Seymour, CT

Group CBS, Inc.; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An electrical services company located in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated technician responsible for repairing and upgrading electrical equipment, including circuit breakers and substations. Essential duties include troubleshooting, cleaning, and testing electrical parts, along with maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong electrical and mechanical skills, and be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and clear communication skills are vital for success.

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems and repair.
• Detail oriented, great attitude, team player, well organized.
• Capable of lifting 50-pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cleans electrical parts.
• Removes and reinstalls electrical components on circuit breakers.
• Tests and troubleshoots electrical wiring.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems

Using measuring tools

Clear written and verbal communications

Strong electrical skills

Strong mechanical skills

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Access

Word

Job description

Responsible for repairing, upgrading, reconditioning, and re-manufacturing electrical equipment from a single circuit breaker to a complete substation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cleans electrical parts.

Removes and reinstalls electrical components on circuit breakers with documentation.

Reads breaker evaluation and work order and performs the service the customer is requesting.

Works safely on stored energy mechanisms.

Troubleshoots and repairs circuit breakers.

Reads manuals and follows detailed instructions on adjusting equipment.

Reads schematic, point-to-point and one-line wiring diagrams.

Tests and troubleshoots electrical wiring.

Electrically operates a circuit breaker from wiring schematic (charge, close and trip)

Operates test equipment relevant to breaker type.

Takes electrical parts off a breaker to recondition them (aux switch, motor, relay, coils)

Makes sure electric parts work properly before putting them on a breaker.

Supports onsite and emergency jobs when needed.

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

QUALIFICATI ONS

• Ability to troubleshot electrical and mechanical problems and repair.
• Ability to maintain good housekeeping of designated work area.
• A bility to use measuring tools (vernier caliper, micrometer, tape measure, etc.)
• Ability to trouble shoot electrical circuits safely and make repairs.
• Ability to travel to some job sites if needed after being trained.
• Capable of lifting 50-pounds.
• Ability and willingness to read and study OEM manuals and technical literature.
• Mechanically inclined, must have your own tools.
• Ability to trouble shoot electrical circuits safely and make repairs.
• Detail oriented, great attitude, team player, well organized.

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 required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional reaching/working overhead, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Frequent walking
• Continuous standing and repetitive hand motion
• Lifting requirements include occasional lifting up to 75 pounds, frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and continuous lifting of up to 25 pounds.