Senior Electrical Testing Technician III

BCES Global; Frederick, Columbia (MD, MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer matching

Paid PTO

Employer paid benefits

Relocation opportunities

Travel opportunities

Job summary

BCES Global in Columbia/Frederick, Maryland is seeking a Senior Electrical Testing Technician III to join our Power Services Division. The role emphasizes leading testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical reliability projects while mentoring junior technicians across healthcare, government, industrial, and data center facilities.

You will independently perform acceptance and maintenance testing, supervise field crews on low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, and prepare

Qualifications

• Requires NETA Level III or NICET Electrical Power Testing Level III certification.
• Five+ years in electrical testing, commissioning or power systems field experience.
• Ability to lead testing projects and read electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform and lead acceptance testing, maintenance testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical reliability projects.
• Lead field crews on low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems.
• Evaluate test results, troubleshoot issues, and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

NETA Level III

NICET Electrical Power Testing Level III

Tools

Omicron

Doble

Megger

Vanguard

Manta

ETI

Phenix

High Voltage Inc.

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 Senior Electrical Testing Technician III to join our growing Power Services Division. If you're an experienced electrical testing professional who can independently lead testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical reliability projects while mentoring junior technicians, we'd like to hear from you.

WHY CHOOSE US

• Competitive hourly pay: $54–$68/hour (based on experience, certification, and qualifications)
• Join a growing Power Services Division with opportunities to help shape and build the team
• Lead testing, commissioning, and electrical reliability projects across healthcare, government, industrial, commercial, data center, and mission‑critical facilities
• Work with advanced electrical testing equipment and industry‑leading technology
• Company‑provided test equipment, PPE, specialized tools, and safety resources
• Paid travel, lodging, and per diem for qualifying overnight assignments
• Potential sign‑on or relocation assistance for exceptional candidates
• Opportunities to mentor technicians, lead projects, and grow into senior technical leadership roles

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Independently perform and lead acceptance testing, maintenance testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical reliability projects.
• Lead field crews performing work on low-, medium-, and, where qualified, high-voltage electrical power systems.
• Test and evaluate switchgear, switchboards, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, cables, grounding systems, automatic transfer switches, generators, motor control equipment, and related electrical apparatus.
• Perform and direct primary and secondary injection testing, relay testing, transformer testing, breaker testing, and commissioning activities.
• Evaluate test results, identify deficiencies, troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, and make technical recommendations.
• Review drawings, one‑line diagrams, specifications, and project documentation prior to field execution.
• Prepare complete technical reports, test documentation, deficiency logs, and customer deliverables.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, project managers, and field personnel while maintaining the highest safety standards.
• Mentor and develop junior testing technicians while helping build a strong technical team.

WHAT YOU BRING

• NETA Level III, NICET Electrical Power Testing Level III, or equivalent electrical power systems testing experience.
• Five or more years of electrical testing, commissioning, or power systems field experience.
• Proven ability to independently perform and lead electrical testing and commissioning projects.
• Experience with low-, medium-, and high‑voltage electrical distribution equipment.
• Experience performing protective relay testing, primary and secondary injection testing, transformer testing, and breaker testing.
• Ability to read and interpret one‑line diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and safe switching practices.
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as Omicron, Doble, Megger, Vanguard, Manta, ETI, Phenix, High Voltage Inc., or similar platforms is preferred.
• Strong leadership, customer communication, and technical documentation skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including overnight travel.

At Bopat Electric, you'll do more than perform electrical testing—you'll help lead the growth of our Power Services Division. You'll work on critical electrical infrastructure, mentor the next generation of technicians, and help deliver safe, reliable power systems for some of the region's most demanding facilities.

If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your technical expertise, lead challenging projects, and help build a growing electrical testing division, 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

$54 - $68 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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