Test Technician

Giga Energy; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health, dental, and vision

Equity in startup

401(k) with 4% match

Parental leave

HSA/FSAs

Commuter benefits

Monthly team onsites

Job summary

Giga Energy is seeking an Electrical Tester at our Long Beach facility to own the testing environment for high‑voltage switchboards. You will execute Hi‑Pot tests, ground bond procedures, and live functionality checks to ensure safety and reliability before shipment.

We require a basic electrical background, SLD reading skills, and a strong ownership mindset. The role offers overtime opportunities in a fast-paced startup environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Safety & detail-oriented approach to high voltage testing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams and schematics.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision and willingness to work overtime.
• At least 1 year hands-on experience testing switchboards or switchgear.
• Strong ownership of testing bay to prevent defective products passing.

Responsibilities

• Secure testing area and verify circuit breakers and fuses are open before testing.
• Perform Ground Bond testing following safety procedures and record readings.
• Execute Dielectric Voltage Withstand (Hi-Pot) tests and manage sequence steps.
• Verify that breaker ratings and SLDs match wiring schematics.
• Connect 480VAC source to test real-world functionality of components.
• Apply safety labels and warnings after testing completion.

Skills

Safety focus

Schematic reading

Self-motivated

Overtime ready

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical basics training

Trade certification (bonus)

Job description

Why join Giga The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here. The Impact : Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship. The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more. The Moment : AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.

What you'll do

• As our Electrical Tester, you are the ultimate gatekeeper of product safety and functionality. You will take full ownership of our testing environment, executing high-voltage procedures and functional checks to ensure every switchboard is completely bulletproof before it leaves the factory floor.

Where you'll work

• This role will be based at our Long Beach facility as part of the production team.

Responsibilities

• Master the Testing Environment: Secure the test area, install and activate red safety lights, and meticulously verify that all circuit breakers, control fused disconnects, fuses, and miniature circuit breakers are fully open before testing.
• Execute Ground Bond Testing: Follow strict safety and sequential steps—ensure the tester is unplugged before setup, close main/feeder breakers, connect live leads from the ground bus to the ground chassis, and accurately record current readings.
• Run Hi-Pot Testing: Own the complete Dielectric Voltage Withstand sequence (unplugging the set, separating ground-neutral bonding jumpers, closing breakers, opening fuses/SPDs, and reinstalling disconnects post-test).
• Verify System Specs: Confirm that all breaker ratings, control power components, and lug sizes perfectly match the electrical single-line diagram (SLD) and wiring schematics.
• Run Live Functionality Tests: Safely connect the 480VAC utility source to thoroughly test and validate the real-world functionality of each and every component in the system.
• Finalize Safety Labeling: Apply all required warning stickers and safety labels to the switchboard equipment immediately following successful test completion.

Requirements

• Safety & Detail-Obsessed: You strictly follow exact step-by-step procedures. You never cut corners when handling high voltage. You have a basic electrical engineering education background or direct experience with UL891 switchboard standards
• Schematic Fluent: You read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs) and wiring schematics effortlessly.
• You are self-motivated, work exceptionally well without supervision, and are willing to put in occasional overtime to hit critical shipping deadlines.
• Experienced: You bring at least 1 year of hands-on experience testing switchboards or switchgear systems.
• An Extreme Owner: You are self-motivated, manage the testing bay with high authority, and refuse to let defective products pass your station.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bonus points: Technical trade certification or vocational training in a related field
• Prior experience in a high-growth startup or fast-paced manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Parental leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA or HSA
• Commuter benefits
• Monthly team onsites where all offices come in-person to collaborate

Who we hire

We hire people who thrive in chaos and get sharper under pressure. You don't wait to be told what to do, you spot the gap and fill it. When there's work to be done, you do it. You make decisions with the information you have, move fast, and adjust along the way. We're not looking for perfect; we're looking for people who get things done.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.