Test Technician (Berlin, CT)

Eversource Energy; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Connecticut seeks an entry-level technician to support substation automation, distribution automation, radio services, and network services. You will assist with acceptance testing, maintenance, and repair of communications systems under supervision, including CIP-related responsibilities.

You will work with instruments like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and multi-meters, interpreting diagrams and logs, and preparing reports.

Qualifications

• HS diploma and 2+ years testing/troubleshooting electrical systems required.
• Electrical license (E1 or E2) or equivalent preferred.
• Associate degree in electrical tech or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and service electrical/electronic equipment.
• Read engineering drawings and schematics; reflect field changes in drawings.
• Obtain clearances for work on critical equipment; report issues to carriers.
• Operate test instruments to calibrate and diagnose systems.
• Identify problems in comms systems and restore service; provide on-call support.

Skills

Electrical components

Testing techniques

Communication skills

Safety rules

Education

HS diploma

Associate degree (electrical)

Electrical license (E1/E2)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Multimeters

Transmission test sets

CONVEX switching

Job description

Role and Scope of Position

This is an entry level position that works within the various system test and technical service departments (Substation Automation; Distribution Automation; Radio Services; Network Services; Central Maintenance Services). Handles technical assignments, under close supervision, associated with acceptance testing, maintenance, and/or repair of various communications systems. This includes various communications platforms, process computers, peripheral hardware and various electronic components and devices. Will assist with work associated with the compliance and maintenance of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) systems.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoots, repairs, services equipment and systems associated with electrical and electronic equipment.


• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, schematic, wiring, logic, and interconnection diagrams may also include manufacture documentation.


• Provides input to reports, drawings, sketches, logs, and records of work performed; makes corrections to engineering drawings to reflect field changes


• Obtains clearance, if required, from appropriate dispatching agency in order to perform work on critical operating equipment or electronic systems.


• Operates a variety of electrical and electronic instruments to test and calibrate, such as voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, transmission test sets, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, communications service monitors, multi-meters, etc.


• Identifies and analyzes communications problems/failures on systems including leased telephone facilities or internal communication circuits; reports and explains details of problems to the carrier or inter personnel; returns equipment to service following repair


• Must work on-call and during emergency restoration efforts as required.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

Technical Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of electrical and electronic components, circuitry, and systems.


• Ability to use computer based technology with various types of operating systems.


• Skill and manual dexterity in making repairs, adjustments and modifications to equipment with a working familiarity of testing and measurement techniques.


• Knowledge of specialized instrumentation use and application; working familiarity with electrical and electronic testing and measurement techniques.


• Ability to communicate technical information effectively, in both verbal and written form.


• Knowledge of CONVEX switching and tagging procedures preferred.


• Working knowledge of Eversource safety rules and practices.

Education/Experience

• HS diploma and 2+ years of experience testing and/or troubleshooting electrical systems/components required.


• Electrical license required (E1 or E2) or equivalent.


• Associate's degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or equivalent considered a plus.


• Experience testing, programing, and communicating with intelligent electronic devices through command line interface is a plus.


• Thermography experience is a plus.


• Cathodic Protection experience or NACE CP1 certification is a plus.


• CDL considered a plus.

Licenses & Certifications

• Critical Infrastructure Protection certification must be maintained annually; must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.


• Applicants must successfully pass the TECH test.

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$68,710.00-$76,340.00

Worker Type: Regular

Number of Openings: 1

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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