Sr. Circuit Breaker Technician

Integrated Power Services; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Employer Match

Bonus Incentives

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Integrated Power Services (IPS) is a leading North American provider of power management, electro-mechanical and rotating assets. We seek a skilled technician to troubleshoot, rebuild, test and repair low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear, including circuit breakers from major OEMs, with occasional overnight travel to customer sites.

Qualified candidates bring 5+ years of 480V–25kV breaker experience or equivalent mechanical experience, plus strong electrical testing knowledge.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED; prefer electro-mechanical training from trade school, apprenticeship or armed services.
• Must have a minimum of 5+ years of 480 volt to 25KV circuit breaker experience; or 5+ years of mechanical experience in an industrial, production or large component environment.
• Prefer testing skills and understand fundamental electrical and mechanical testing procedures.
• Experience at an OEM breaker manufacturer a plus.
• Working knowledge of power systems, power circuit breakers and other switchgear apparatus desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work on low & medium voltage circuit breakers, including GE, Westinghouse, Powell, ABB, ITE, etc.
• Troubleshoot, rebuild, retrofit, test, and repair low, medium and high voltage switchgear, including teardown and assembly of breakers and related gear.
• High-voltage switchgear up to 3000A, SF-6 Vacuum Breakers ATS, 13.8kV, 60Hz and 11kV, 50Hz.
• Occasionally travel overnight to jobsites for on-site breaker testing and repair.

Skills

Circuit breaker experience

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Hands-on maintenance

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electro-mechanical trade training

Tools

Megger

Digital multimeter

Hi-Pot tester

Oscilloscope

Cable fault detector

Job description

Who We Are

Integrated Power Services (IPS) is the leading North American solution provider for power management, electro-mechanical and rotating assets. Serving customers across a wide range of industries, including power generation, utilities, water and wastewater, petrochemicals, air separation, oil & gas, metals, mining, paper, aggregates, and cement.

Who We Are

Integrated Power Services (IPS) is the leading North American solution provider for power management, electro-mechanical and rotating assets. Serving customers across a wide range of industries, including power generation, utilities, water and wastewater, petrochemicals, air separation, oil & gas, metals, mining, paper, aggregates, and cement.
IPS defines world-class electric motor and generator repair, and Power Management every day. When you work for IPS, you can learn from industry experts and discover your potential while being part of a winning team committed to upholding our core values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Work on low & medium voltage circuit breakers, including GE, Westinghouse, Powell, ABB, ITE, etc.
• Troubleshoot, rebuild, retrofit, test, and repair low, medium and high voltage switchgear to include the teardown and assembly of breakers, contactors and related switchgear and electrical apparatus, including:
• High-voltage switchgear up to 3000A, SF-6 Vacuum Circuit Breakers ATS, 13.8kV, 60Hz and 11kV, 50H
• Medium-voltage switchgear up to 3100A, Vacuum Circuit Breakers ATS, 34.5kV, 4.16kV, 60 Hz and 6/6kV, 50Hz
• Low-voltage Switchgear up to 3000A, Air Circuit Breakers ATS, 480V, 60Hz and 400V, 50 Hz
• Occasionally travel overnight to jobs sites for on-site breaker testing and repair.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED; prefer electro-mechanical training from trade school, apprenticeship or armed services.
• Must have a minimum of 5+ years of 480 volt to 25KV circuit breaker experience; or 5+ years of mechanical experience in an industrial, production or large component environment.
• Prefer testing skills and understand fundamental electrical and mechanical testing procedures.
• Experienceatan OEM breaker manufacturer a plus.
• Working knowledge of industrial mechanical engines, pneumatics, hydraulics, or diesel equipmentis beneficial.
• Working knowledge of power systems, power circuit breakers and other switchgear apparatus desirable.
• Must be able to correctly use tools and testing equipment including Megger, digital multimeter, Hi-Pot tester, Oil Dielectric strength tester,multiampsrelay tester, primary & secondary injection set, cable fault detector, & oscilloscope.
• Prefer experience reading and interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Prefer PEARL Certification or equivalent skills/experience to become PEARL Certified.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Employer Match
• Bonus Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And more!

IPS is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. As a federal contractor, our company is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. Candidates for this position are required to complete a pre-employment drug screen successfully. The drug screening process will include testing for substances that may impair one's ability to perform the job safely and effectively.