Electrical Testing Technician

Taurus Industrial Group, LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Training and certification reimbursement

Per diem and travel pay

Job summary

Taurus Industrial Group, LLC is seeking a skilled Electrical Testing Technician to conduct testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical power systems. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience and the ability to read electrical schematics. Strong commitment to safety and quality is essential.

This position involves working in various environments and offers benefits such as health insurance, a 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of electrical testing experience.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and drawings.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and commissioning of protective relays.
• Conduct acceptance and maintenance testing according to specifications.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams and schematics.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Doble

Omicron

Megger

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Testing Technician to perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electrical power systems and equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with medium‑and‑high voltage electrical systems, relay testing, and substation equipment, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service. This position supports utility, industrial, commercial, renewable energy, and EPC projects throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and commissioning of protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, batteries, CTs/PTs, grounding systems, and power cables.
• Conduct acceptance and maintenance testing in accordance with Electrical Testing ATS/MTS, IEEE, NFPA 70E, and customer specifications.
• Read and interpret one‑line diagrams, schematics, and protection drawings.
• Operate Doble, Omicron, Megger, and primary injection testing equipment.
• Perform relay testing and protection scheme verification.
• Prepare field service reports and testing documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical system issues and provide corrective recommendations.
• Maintain strict safety compliance and support outage schedules and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• 3–5 years of electrical testing experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics and drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel

Preferred:

• Electrical Testing Level II, III, or IV Certification
• Utility or substation testing experience

Technical Skills

• Breaker timing and insulation testing
• SCADA and control systems
• Doble and Omicron software platforms

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Ability to work in substations, industrial facilities, and outdoor environments
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work extended outage hours
• Compliance with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards
• Ability to wear required PPE, including arc flash protection
• Per diem and travel pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Training and certification reimbursement