Electrical Testing Technician (NETA)

TechPro Power Group Inc.; Marple Township (PA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable salary

Annual bonus

Full benefits package including paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading electrical services provider is seeking an experienced Electrical Testing Technician to join their team. You'll perform testing on electrical equipment, document services, and troubleshoot issues. Ideal candidates have strong skills in electrical testing and hold NETA certifications. This role offers competitive hourly wages and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of electrical and mechanical testing procedures.
• Experience in performing extensive testing, problem identification, and troubleshooting.
• Strong background in troubleshooting and performing start-up service.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing on electrical equipment per NETA standards.
• Document services by maintaining records and writing technical reports detailing field work performed.
• Read and interpret electrical control schematics and diagrams.

Skills

Electrical testing procedures

Familiarity with test equipment

Troubleshooting skills

Strong communication skills

Education

NETA level II, III, or IV Certification

Tools

Megger

Digital multimeter

Hipot tester

Job description

Overview

Potomac Testing, a TechPro Power Group company, has been a leading provider of comprehensive low, medium, and high voltage electrical equipment services since 1985. The company offers a range of services, including NETA acceptance and maintenance testing, planned and emergency field services, power quality and engineering studies, and retrofitting and refurbishment of electrical equipment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Potomac Testing is seeking an experienced Electrical Testing Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will perform acceptance and maintenance testing on low and medium-voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, protective relays, automatic transfer switches, motor control centers, ground systems, etc. This position will require the ability to operate various testing tools and equipment, as well as read and interpret electrical control schematics and diagrams. The Electrical Testing Technician will also be responsible for documenting services by maintaining records and writing technical reports detailing field work performed.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing on electrical equipment per NETA standards
• Operate various testing tools and equipment including megger, digital multimeter, Hipot tester, multiamp relay tester, GFI, TTR, primary and secondary injection set, etc.
• Document services by maintaining records and writing technical reports detailing field work performed
• Read and interpret electrical control schematics and diagrams
• Perform extensive testing, problem identification, and troubleshooting
• Inspect and service transformers, switchgear, and relays
• Evaluate the operating condition of equipment
• Generate detailed reports
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of electrical and mechanical testing procedures
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment and fundamentals
• Experience in performing extensive testing, problem identification, and troubleshooting
• Strong background in troubleshooting and performing start-up service
• NETA level II, III, or IV Certification preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy

Compensation And Benefits

• Negotiable salary $30.00 - $60.00 per hour depending on experience
• Annual bonus
• Full benefits package including, paid vacation and holidays

Senior Experience and Type

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time

Job Function and Industries

• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Facilities Services

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