Commissioning Technician

ABM•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ABM is seeking an experienced Electrical Distribution Commissioning Technician to join our growing Power & Technical Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that low- and medium-voltage electrical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned safely, accurately, and in compliance with industry standards. You will play a critical role in verifying system integrity, optimizing performance, and supporting our clients through the energization and turnover process. Pay range: $50-$65. The pay listed is the base hourly rate range + plus available paid overtime. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

Requirements

Hands-on experience in electrical testing and commissioning, specifically within power distribution, protection, and control systems.
Demonstrated proficiency with SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse protection relays, including configuration, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
Experience with relay test equipment, CT/PT test equipment, insulation resistance testers, and other standard electrical test tools.
Strong proficiency using test software such as Pro-Test, Protection Suite, or RTS, including developing automated test routines.
Experience creating and executing commissioning test plans, FAT/SAT procedures, and turnover documentation.
Solid understanding of NERC PRC-005 6, equipment maintenance standards, and best practices for work in high-voltage substations.
Ability to interpret and evaluate engineering drawings, relay settings, and electrical logic diagrams with high attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead field activities, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and document test results clearly.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently in dynamic field environments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology preferred; equivalent technical experience considered.

Responsibilities

Serve as a daily champion of safety and Human Performance Improvement (HPI), modeling best practices for the commissioning team.
Lead Job Hazard Analyses JHAs, maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing jobsite environment.
Perform detailed commissioning, functional testing, and operational verification of low- and medium-voltage switchgear, breakers, transformers, and protection systems.
Verify, configure, and commission microprocessor relays including SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse to ensure correct protection logic, communication schemes, and system coordination.
Execute system-level testing such as end-to-end protection testing, SCADA point-to-point verification, and interlock validation.
Interpret complex electrical drawings one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams and proactively identify discrepancies, ensuring issues are documented and corrected.
Coordinate with engineering, construction, and client teams to resolve technical issues, clarify design requirements, and support project planning.
Develop or refine commissioning test plans and procedures to ensure project-specific scopes are executed thoroughly and consistently.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including test reports, relay settings verification, redlines, daily logs, timesheets, and expenses.
Support startup and energization planning, including outage coordination, equipment readiness checks, and safety walkdowns.
Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior technicians and commissioning support staff.