Electrical Test Technician — MV Systems & Field Startups

M.C. Dean; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,062 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean in Washington, DC, seeks a field service technician for inspections, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and startup of low and medium voltage equipment in field and shop environments.

You will work with test equipment and complex electrical systems while ensuring safety and quality across projects. Roles involve testing cables, transformers, switchgear, relays, and breakers, plus maintaining detailed test reports and client communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant electrical experience with a High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
• Experience with test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters.
• Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, lead, and support multiple projects onsite and in-house, documenting information from receipt of order to invoice.
• Perform testing of low and medium voltage cables, transformers, switchgear, and relays.
• Maintain safety protocols and PPE compliance; follow LOTO procedures.

Skills

Electrical testing

High voltage

Relay testing

Troubleshooting

Field service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Doble instruments

Omicron

Megger

Vanguard

Fluke meters

Job description

M.C. Dean in Washington, DC, seeks a field service technician for inspections, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and startup of low and medium voltage equipment in field and shop environments.

You will work with test equipment and complex electrical systems while ensuring safety and quality across projects. Roles involve testing cables, transformers, switchgear, relays, and breakers, plus maintaining detailed test reports and client communication.