Electrical Testing Technician II

BCES Global; Frederick, Columbia (MD, MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Employer paid benefits

Paid PTO

Career development opportunities

Travel and relocation opportunities

Job summary

BCES Global is seeking an Electrical Testing Technician II in Maryland to join our Power Services Division. This role focuses on acceptance, maintenance, and commissioning testing of electrical power distribution equipment for hospitals, data centers, and other critical facilities.

You will inspect breakers, transformers, and switchgear, perform insulation resistance and winding tests, and document results. Requires NETA NICET Level II and 2+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• NETA Level II or NICET Level II electrical power testing experience.
• Two+ years in electrical testing, commissioning or related field.
• Experience with low- and medium-voltage distribution equipment.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance, maintenance, and commissioning testing of LV/MV equipment.
• Inspect breakers, switchgear, transformers, cables, and protective devices.
• Document test results and field observations accurately.
• Follow OSHA and NFPA 70E safety procedures.
• Assist with testing, relay testing, transformer testing, and power quality investigations.
• Travel for overnight assignments as needed.

Skills

Electrical testing

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Education

NETA Level II

NICET Electrical Power Testing Level II

Tools

Megger

Doble

Omicron

Vanguard

Job description

Columbia, Maryland - United States; Frederick, Maryland - United States

WHO WE ARE

BCES Global is a North American electrical contracting platform delivering safe, reliable, and high- quality power-system services across industrial, commercial, utility, and mission- critical environments. We combine deep local expertise with enterprise-level resources to support grid reliability, system upgrades, predictive maintenance, and emergency response across Canada and the US.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 401K with 7% (US) / 5 % RRSP (CA) matching and immediate vesting
• 100% employer paid benefits
• Paid PTO
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Travel and relocation opportunities throughout the larger organization

WHAT WE NEED

Bopat Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Testing Technician II to join our growing Power Services Division. If you have experience testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, or maintaining electrical power distribution systems and want to continue building your technical expertise, we'd like to hear from you.

WHY CHOOSE US

• Competitive hourly pay: $40–$52/hour (based on experience, certification, and qualifications)
• Join a growing Power Services Division with opportunities to advance your technical career
• Work on healthcare, government, industrial, commercial, data center, and other mission- critical facilities
• Perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, commissioning, and electrical reliability projects
• Company-provided test equipment, PPE, specialized tools, and safety resources
• Paid travel, lodging, and per diem for qualifying overnight assignments
• Ongoing technical training and support toward NETA/NICET certification development
• Advancement opportunities into Senior Electrical Testing Technician and technical leadership roles

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage electrical power distribution equipment.
• Inspect, test, and evaluate circuit breakers, switchgear, switchboards, transformers, protective devices, cables, grounding systems, automatic transfer switches, motor control equipment, and related electrical apparatus.
• Perform insulation resistance, contact resistance, winding resistance, turns- ratio, secondary injection, and other electrical testing appropriate to your qualifications.
• Assist with primary injection testing, relay testing, transformer testing, cable testing, power quality investigations, and system commissioning.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer documentation.
• Accurately document test results, equipment conditions, deficiencies, and field observations.
• Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and company safety procedures.
• Support troubleshooting, emergency response, and commissioning activities while working alongside experienced testing professionals.

WHAT YOU BRING

• NETA Level II, NICET Electrical Power Testing Level II, or equivalent electrical power systems testing experience.
• Two or more years of electrical testing, commissioning, power systems, or closely related field experience.
• Experience working with low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and safe work practices.
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as Megger, Doble, Omicron, Vanguard, or similar platforms is preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including occasional overnight travel.

At Bopat Electric, you'll do more than perform electrical testing. You'll help ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of critical electrical systems that support hospitals, manufacturers, government facilities, data centers, and other essential operations.

Whether you're already NETA certified or looking to continue growing your testing career, we'll provide the training, tools, and opportunities to help you build a long-term career within our Power Services Division.

If you're ready to join one of Maryland's most established electrical contractors and grow your career in electrical testing and commissioning, we'd love to hear from you.

Unsolicited resumes from third‑party agencies will not be accepted. Any resume submitted without prior written authorization from BCES Global will be considered the property of BCES Global and/or its operating companies, and no placement fees will be paid.

Compensation ranges may vary based on individual experience. Final offers may differ from the posted range depending on a candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the specific role offered.

Compensation Range

$40 - $52 USD

BCES Global is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local laws in Canada and the United States.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable accessibility and human rights legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

As part of our hiring process, BCES Global may use technology, including AI‑enabled tools, to support screening and evaluation. All hiring decisions are made fairly, with human oversight, and in alignment with our commitment to equity and compliance.

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