Sr. Circuit Breaker Technician

Hunter Super Techs - TurnPoint; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; 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

Job summary

Integrated Power Services (IPS) is a leading North American provider for power management, repairing motors and generators, and serving diverse industries. We seek Sr.

Circuit Breaker Technicians for our Dallas Breaker Shop to troubleshoot, rebuild, retrofit, test and repair breakers and switchgear in a climate-controlled environment. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years of 480V–25kV breaker experience, plus strong electrical/mechanical testing skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of 480V to 25kV circuit breaker experience.
• Experience with high-, medium-, and low-voltage switchgear.
• Ability to travel overnight to job sites for testing/repair.
• Familiar with electrical and mechanical testing procedures; PEARL certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on low, medium and high voltage switchgear, including teardown and assembly of breakers and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot, rebuild, retrofit, test and repair circuit breakers and switchgear.
• Travel to job sites for on-site breaker testing and repair as needed.

Skills

Circuit breaker experience

Electrical testing skills

Read and interpret schematics

Power systems knowledge

Ability to travel overnight

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electro-mechanical training (trade school / apprenticeship / armed services)

Tools

Megger

Digital multimeter

Hi-Pot tester

Oil dielectric strength tester

Multiamps relay tester

Primary & secondary injection set

Cable fault detector

Oscilloscope

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.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:We are seeking experienced Sr. Circuit Breaker Technicians to work in our climate-controlled Breaker Shop. The Dallas Branch has one of the leading breaker shops in the region and is one of the cleanest, safest and well-organized shops in the country.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, 50HMedium-voltage switchgear up to 3100A, Vacuum Circuit Breakers ATS, 34.5kV, 4.16kV, 60 Hz and 6/6kV, 50HzLow-voltage Switchgear up to 3000A, Air Circuit Breakers ATS, 480V, 60Hz and 400V, 50 HzOccasionally 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.Experience at an OEM breaker manufacturer a plus.Working knowledge of industrial mechanical engines, pneumatics, hydraulics, or diesel equipment is 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, multiamps relay 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 MatchBonus IncentivesTuition Reimbursement ProgramMedical, Dental and Vision plansEmployee 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.