Electrical Testing Technician

Oscar

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 61,992 - 82,656

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match up to 3.5%

Paid training and certification paths

Career advancement to NETA III/IV

Per diem $75/day

Company credit card for travel

Job summary

Oscar is seeking a NETA II certified Electrical Testing Technician to support substation testing, commissioning, and maintenance across multiple locations. This role offers travel opportunities and growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

You will perform acceptance, maintenance, and commissioning testing on power systems, work with high and medium voltage equipment, and prepare detailed field reports while adhering to safety standards and client specs.

Qualifications

Current NETA II Certification.
Experience performing electrical testing on power systems and electrical equipment.
Experience with Acceptance Testing, Maintenance Testing, and Electrical Commissioning.
Basic understanding of electrical power systems and testing methodologies.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship; Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

Perform acceptance testing and commissioning of electrical power equipment under the guidance of senior technicians and project leaders.
Conduct maintenance testing and troubleshooting on energized and de-energized electrical systems.
Execute electrical testing procedures in accordance with NETA standards and client specifications.
Assist with testing and evaluation of medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relay systems, and control systems.
Collect and document test data for analysis and reporting.
Assist with utility substation commissioning and startup activities.
Prepare and submit accurate field reports and testing documentation.
Maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
Collaborate with project teams, customers, and field personnel to support successful project execution.
Support senior technicians during outage, commissioning, and maintenance activities.

Skills

NETA II Certification

Electrical testing on power systems

Acceptance Testing

Maintenance Testing

Electrical Commissioning

Reading electrical drawings

Safety & quality

Driver's license & travel

Job description

A rapidly growing electrical power services organization is seeking a NETA II Certified Electrical Testing Technician to support utility substation commissioning, acceptance testing, and maintenance testing projects across multiple locations. This position is ideal for an early-career to mid-level technician looking to expand their experience in power systems testing while working alongside experienced NETA III and NETA IV professionals.

The company is experiencing significant growth and is expanding its workforce to meet increasing project demands nationwide.

Locations

Virginia
Texas
Arizona

Travel opportunities are available, with the Virginia office particularly open to travel technicians. Most technicians work primarily within their home state but may travel based on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

Perform acceptance testing and commissioning of electrical power equipment under the guidance of senior technicians and project leaders.
Conduct maintenance testing and troubleshooting on energized and de-energized electrical systems.
Execute electrical testing procedures in accordance with NETA standards and client specifications.
Assist with testing and evaluation of medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment, including:
- Switchgear
- Transformers
- Circuit Breakers
- Protective Relay Systems
- Control Systems
Collect and document test data for analysis and reporting.
Assist with utility substation commissioning and startup activities.
Prepare and submit accurate field reports and testing documentation.
Maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
Collaborate with project teams, customers, and field personnel to support successful project execution.
Support senior technicians during outage, commissioning, and maintenance activities.

Required Qualifications

Current NETA II Certification
Experience performing electrical testing on power systems and electrical equipment.
Experience with:
- Acceptance Testing
- Maintenance Testing
- Electrical Commissioning
Basic understanding of electrical power systems and testing methodologies.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Utility or substation testing experience.
Experience with switchgear, transformer, and breaker testing.
Exposure to protective relay testing.
Experience supporting commissioning projects in industrial, utility, commercial, or data center environments.
Associate degree, technical training, or military electrical experience preferred.

Compensation

NETA II

$45-$60/hour

Benefits

$75/day per diem
Company credit card for travel and business expenses
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
401(k) with company match of up to 3.5% when contributing 6%
Paid training and certification development opportunities
Career advancement opportunities into NETA III and NETA IV positions

Schedule

Typical schedules include:

5 days × 10 hours
6 days × 10 hours

Schedules vary based on project assignment and customer requirements. Home weekends may be available depending on project location and travel arrangements.

Interview Process

Typical process includes:

Virtual interview with an Operations Manager
Team interview with a senior technical leader or regional manager

Most interviews are conducted virtually and last approximately one hour. Texas-based candidates may be asked to participate in an in-person interview depending on project needs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on electrical testing professional with a current NETA II certification and experience supporting power systems testing, commissioning, and maintenance projects. This individual is safety-focused, eager to learn, technically curious, and looking to grow into a senior testing and leadership role within a rapidly expanding organization. Candidates with utility, substation, relay testing, or mission-critical power experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Desired Skills and Experience

Description:

Perform acceptance, maintenance, and commissioning testing on low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical power systems.
Assist in testing and evaluating switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, and control systems.
Execute electrical testing procedures in accordance with NETA standards, customer specifications, and industry safety requirements.
Collect, document, and analyze test data to support equipment condition assessments and reliability recommendations.
Support utility substation commissioning, startup activities, and outage projects.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
Collaborate with senior technicians, project managers, engineers, and customers to ensure successful project execution.
Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety procedures.
Prepare detailed field reports and testing documentation.
Travel to customer sites to support critical infrastructure projects across utility, industrial, commercial, and mission-critical environments.

LinkedIn Skills

Technical Skills