Electrical Test Technician - Power Systems & Control

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 78,799,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions in Dayton, MN is seeking a Test Technician to set up, test, and troubleshoot electrical power equipment and control systems.

You will support internal teams and customers, configure PLC/HMI control systems, review drawings, and document test results. Candidates should have a background in electrical power and switchgear testing, with a strong focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Previous electrical equipment industry experience or education.
• Background in electrical power (low- and medium-voltage) and switchgear testing.
• Familiarity with 3-phase power systems (distribution, AC/DC, generators, protection).
• Ability to read electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with PLC/HMI configuration or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Set up, test, and troubleshoot low- and medium-voltage switchgear, ATSs, circuit breakers, relays, and control systems.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, engineering, and field service teams.
• Troubleshoot and assist with PLC/HMI control system configuration.
• Perform product testing and document results.
• Develop and deliver training on client applications.
• Support Factory Witness Testing with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure equipment is safe, calibrated, and properly configured.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Switchgear testing

PLC/HMI programming

Reading blueprints/schematics

Troubleshooting

Documentation tests

Training & coaching

Customer/field support

MS Office basic

Safety & calibration

Education

Electrical equipment education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions in Dayton, MN is seeking a Test Technician to set up, test, and troubleshoot electrical power equipment and control systems.

You will support internal teams and customers, configure PLC/HMI control systems, review drawings, and document test results. Candidates should have a background in electrical power and switchgear testing, with a strong focus on safety and quality.