Test Technician (1st & 2nd Shift)

Federal Pacific; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Pacific is seeking a Test Technician for the 1st and 2nd shifts to perform electrical tests, troubleshoot circuits, and inspect assemblies. The role supports manufacturing with adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include following instructions, testing and diagnosing electrical and mechanical components, and collaborating with engineering to resolve issues. Overtime may be required to sustain production.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLCs.
• Proficient with computer operation and configuring communication parameters for PLCs or protective relaying.
• Understanding of transformer concepts and connections (Wye/Delta).
• Familiarity with single and three-phase circuits.
• Knowledge of protective relaying and control schemes.
• Understand and promote safe work practices near energized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and follow shop procedures, paperwork, and instructions.
• Manipulate apparatus to required workstations and positions.
• Use hand tools and air tools as needed.
• Determine proper testing methods for components.
• Test, troubleshoot, inspect electrical, electronic, and mechanical parts; verify quality.
• Interpret engineering and customer specs and inspection requirements.
• Assess workmanship quality and circuit operation.
• Assist with special assignments with supervision.
• Observe safety and quality standards; participate in Kaizen and team efforts.
• Collaborate with Engineering to solve problems and improve documentation.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area with solvents and cleaning supplies.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform overtime as required.

Skills

Electrical test equipment

PLC troubleshooting

Computer operation

Transformer concepts

Single/three-phase circuits

Protective relaying

Safe work practices

Job description

Test Technician (1st & 2nd Shift)

Job Summary: The Test Technician is responsible for electrical tests, troubleshooting, and performing a quality assurance inspection on the equipment manufactured at Federal Pacific. This role is for the 1st & 2nd Shifts.UNUSUAL ENVIRONMENT FACTORS: Normal manufacturing environment with some dust and noise. Voltages up to 200KV. Troubleshoot energized circuits with 120 volts present.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and follow shop procedures, standard practice instructions, prints, diagrams, and other written and verbal instructions.
• Manipulate apparatus and components to required workstations, equipment, stations and positions.
• Able to use hand tools and air tools.
• Determine proper method for testing various components.
• Complete testing, troubleshooting, and inspection of simple to complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical components and verify proper or faulty components.
• Interpret documented engineering and customer specifications and quality inspection requirements.
• Able to determine quality of workmanship as well as operation and function of electrical circuits
• Assist with special work assignments as assigned by the Area Manager or designee with appropriate instruction and supervision provided.
• Comprehend and observe all safety and quality standards and participate in Kaizan and Area Focus Teams.
• Work with Engineering and design personnel to help solve problems and correct documentation for future use.
• Using manual tools, occasional solvents, and cleaning supplies to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• To maintain regular and timely attendance, to work in an efficient manner, and to work overtime when required, all sufficiently to support the continuous manufacturing process
• Work in close concert with, and getting along with, co-workers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Knowledge of operation and ability to troubleshooting PLCs.
• Proficient with computer operation and the ability to set up communication parameters with protective relaying or PLCs as needed
• Understanding of basic transformer concepts and connections such as Wye and Delta connections
• Familiarity with single and three phase circuits
• Familiarity with protective relaying and control schemes
• Understand and help develop safe work practices when working in close proximity to energized electrical equipment.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times. Ability to travel throughout facility as required to perform essential duties.

Salary

First Shift: $18-$28/hour

2nd Shift: $18-$28/hour plus $2

EMC expects that every team member will be guided by EMC's Guiding Principles.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed