Test Technician - Spartanburg

Vertiv; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking an Integrated Solution Test Technician to troubleshoot, test, and inspect complex electrical systems up to 480V. The role includes operating test equipment, writing detailed test reports, and coordinating with customers. Some positions may require travel to customer locations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (GED) and 1–2 years in the electrical industry, with preferred Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics and ability to follow instructions.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical industry and troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attitude toward targets regarding reliability, safety, quality and productivity.
• Perform testing and maintenance of electrical systems up to 480V.
• Test transformers, automatic transfer switches, generators, power meters and breakers.
• Troubleshoot relays, calibration, load and power quality instruments.
• Document test results and prepare detailed test reports.
• Read and interpret electrical standards.
• Participate in business development and expansion.
• Complete trainings on testing complex electrical systems safely.
• Maintain tools/equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Travel to customer locations may be required.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Commissioning electrical switchgear

Electrical testing 480V

Read and interpret standards

Test documentation/reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Electrical/Industrial Electronics (preferred)

Job description

Integrated Solution Test Technician

Vertiv is currently looking to bring a driven Test Technician onto our team to assist in the development of our Integrated Solutions product lines. We are looking for an individual who is detail-oriented leader and technically proficient. We are building a motivated team of technicians who will produce a quality product for some of the most prestigious clients in the world.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot, test, and inspect complex electrical systems, operate all types of test equipment, and have some experience in coordination of electrical systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain positive, progressive, and productive attitude toward plant targets and objectives regarding reliability, accountability, safety, integrity, quality, and productivity as a unified goal.
• Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical systems up to 480v.
• Perform instrument transformer tests, power transformer testing, automatic transfer switch troubleshooting, generator testing, power meter testing, and circuit breaker testing.
• Troubleshooting capabilities, relay calibration, use of load and power quality recording instrumentation, medium voltage breaker and testing.
• Testing and troubleshooting complex electrical systems, moderately complex relay systems and power metering.
• Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of project using a computer, and recording of test results for detailed completion of test booklets
• Ability to read and interpret electrical standards
• Take an active role in business development and expansion.
• Complete extensive on-the-job and classroom trainings related to testing complex electrical systems safely and effectively.
• Montior and maintain assigned tools and equipment and follow all safety protocols.
• May be required to travel to customer locations.

Required Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Currently pursuing or completed Associates Degree in an applicable field (Electrical Engineering, Industrial Electronics, etc.) preferred.
• 1-2 years experience successfully working in an electrical industry, troubleshooting electrical systems, commissioning and final handover of electrical switchgear systems.
• Ability to safely and effectively follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical / ADA Requirements

Due to the nature of our work, Team Members may be required to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis, carry objects over distance, bend/twist, squat, climb ladders, stand for extended periods of time, use tools requiring manual dexterity, and may be required to operate powered industrial equipment.