Senior Electrical Field Test Engineer & Mentor

ABM industries

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking an Electrical Field Test Technician (NETA III/IV or equivalent) to join our Electrical Power Services team. The role covers safe installation and testing of power distribution equipment at customer sites within the assigned territory, with independent or crew-based work and data analysis.

The position involves mentoring Level 1 and 2 trainees, supervising testing duties, and coordinating with management.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years experience in electrical testing.
Experience leading teams on projects.
Familiar with NFPA70E Electrical Safety standards.
Knowledgeable in lockout/tag-out procedures.

Responsibilities

Travel to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data on electrical systems.
Supervise Trainees, Assistants, and Technicians in the completion of electrical testing duties.
Guide, mentor, train, and supervise Level 1 and 2 certified NETA Trainees and Assistant Technicians.
Observe testing, assign work on projects to capable technicians, ensure consistency across test technicians.
Track project scope completion and communicate ABM and Customer Management.
Maintain, test, repair, rebuild, and replace low, medium, and high-voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches.
Test and inspect low, medium, and high-voltage cable installations.
Maintain, test, and repair transformers and related equipment.
Test and calibrate solid-state and electromechanical relays.
Perform relay calibration and power metering.
Conduct low and medium-voltage motor control center and contractor testing.
Start-up, troubleshoot, and repair generator controls and transfer schemes.
Test and commission protection and control systems on high voltage substations.
Sample and interpret insulated fluids.
Complete Job Hazard Analyses including arc-flash and shock analyses.
Review and submit timecards, expense, and project reports.
Document test results and complete field reports.
Rotate emergency on-call duty.
Maintain strict compliance with regulatory laws.
Assist in the sales process acting as the technical expert in electrical testing and maintenance of electrical equipment.