Electrical Testing Technician - NETA IV

ABM industries; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking an experienced field service engineer to travel nationwide, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and startup electrical systems at client sites. You will lead and mentor Level I/II technicians, assign work, review performance, and ensure testing procedures are executed consistently.

The role requires strong knowledge of switchgear, relays, transformers, NFPA70E, NETA ATS/MTS standards, and a clean driving record with up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Power Systems or related field.
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical faults, especially ground faults.
• Familiarity with generator controls, protection systems, and high-voltage substations.
• 10 years of experience in electrical testing and power system services.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring technicians in the field.
• Ability to manage multi-month, medium to large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with NETA ATS/MTS Standards and NFPA70E.
• Proficient in lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control procedures.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Clean driving record and ability to travel nationally (up to 50%).

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot , and start-up electrical systems
• Lead and mentor Level I and II Trainees and Assistants in technical tasks and field operations
• Assign work, review performance, and ensure consistent execution of testing procedures
• Conduct acceptance and maintenance testing for switchgear, relays, transformers, cables, and motor control centers
• Test and calibrate solid-state and electromechanical relays (including SEL 700G or comparable)
• Operate tools and software such as Enoserv RTS , Megger , and Omicron testing equipment
• Analyze test data, perform insulated fluid sampling , and interpret electrical performance issues
• Complete Job Hazard Analyses, including arc flash and shock hazard assessments
• Document all results in detailed field service reports
• Rotate on-call duties for emergency response and service
• Assist the sales team by providing technical expertise and recommendations
• Ensure compliance with NETA , NFPA70E , and ABM safety and quality standards

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical faults

Ground faults troubleshooting

Leadership & mentoring

Travel availability up to 50%

Education

Associate's degree in Power Systems or related field

Tools

Lockout/Tagout procedures

NFPA70E awareness

NETA ATS/MTS Standards

Job description

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot , and start-up electrical systems
• Lead and mentor Level I and II Trainees and Assistants in technical tasks and field operations
• Assign work, review performance, and ensure consistent execution of testing procedures
• Conduct acceptance and maintenance testing for switchgear, relays, transformers, cables, and motor control centers
• Test and calibrate solid-state and electromechanical relays (including SEL 700G or comparable)
• Operate tools and software such as Enoserv RTS , Megger , and Omicron testing equipment
• Analyze test data, perform insulated fluid sampling , and interpret electrical performance issues
• Complete Job Hazard Analyses, including arc flash and shock hazard assessments
• Document all results in detailed field service reports
• Rotate on-call duties for emergency response and service
• Assist the sales team by providing technical expertise and recommendations
• Ensure compliance with NETA , NFPA70E , and ABM safety and quality standards

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Power Systems or related field
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical faults, especially ground faults
• Familiarity with generator controls , protection systems , and high-voltage substations
• 10 years of experience in electrical testing and power system services
• Proven experience leading and mentoring technicians in the field
• Ability to manage multi-month, medium to large-scale projects
• Familiarity with NETA ATS/MTS Standards and NFPA70E
• Proficient in lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control procedures
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Clean driving record and ability to travel nationally (up to 50%)

Required

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• No experience required and on the job training provided
• No high school diploma, GED or college degree required

Preferred

• One (10) year of similar work experience