Breaker Technician

Group CBS • La Porte, TX

2d

About The Position

Responsible for repairing, upgrading, reconditioning, and re-manufacturing electrical equipment ranging from a single circuit breaker to a complete substation. The role involves inspecting, disassembling, troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and reconditioning circuit breakers and related electrical components. The technician follows customer work orders, equipment manuals, and detailed instructions, and documents work throughout each project. Onsite and emergency work may be supported when needed, and travel to job sites may be required after training.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the technician required to be at their workstation throughout the shift. Performance is assessed on timely and accurate completion of work, neatness, meeting objectives, maintaining a tidy work area, and keeping records—including images of equipment received and work in progress.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED certification.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems and make repairs.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits safely and make repairs.
• Ability to maintain good housekeeping in the designated work area.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as a vernier caliper, micrometer, and tape measure.
• Ability and willingness to read and study OEM manuals and technical literature.
• Mechanically inclined and must have own tools.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, as stated in the qualifications.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and write procedures in a logical, methodical manner.
• Good time-management skills and ability to multitask and work at a fast pace.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Detail-oriented, positive attitude, team player, and well organized.

Responsibilities

• Clean electrical parts.
• Remove and reinstall electrical components on circuit breakers and document the work.
• Review breaker evaluations and work orders and perform the requested customer service.
• Disassemble circuit breakers.
• Work safely with stored-energy mechanisms.
• Troubleshoot and repair circuit breakers and electrical or mechanical problems.
• Read manuals and follow detailed equipment adjustment instructions.
• Read schematic, point-to-point, and one-line wiring diagrams.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical wiring and circuits safely, making repairs as needed.
• Electrically operate circuit breakers from wiring schematics, including charging, closing, and tripping.
• Operate test equipment appropriate to the breaker type.
• Remove and recondition breaker electrical parts, including auxiliary switches, motors, relays, and coils.
• Verify electrical parts work properly before installing them on a breaker.
• Support onsite and emergency jobs when needed.
• Complete breaker reconditioning in a timely manner based on experience and project objectives.
• Keep the work area tidy and maintain records of work performed, including images of breakers received and throughout projects.
• Travel to job sites when needed after training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED