Electrical Field Test Technician

EPS•Phoenix, AZ

22d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

At Electric Power Systems, we specialize in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance testing for a wide range of clients including Utility, Generation, Renewables, Industrial, Transit, Data Centers, and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to providing a culture of safety and technical expertise as a way of setting the standard of excellence in the power industry. As a NETA accredited independent electrical testing & engineering organization, we set the standard for technical expertise and uncompromising safety within the renewable energy, data centers, and industrial industries. We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package including: Competitive pay Nashville Training Academy & Comprehensive Training Resources Career Path Planning Incentives for Professional Certifications Competitive Per Diem Referral Bonuses Tuition Reimbursement Medical, vision, and dental benefits 401k with company match Pay: The hourly rate for this position is between $35.00–$50.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate Job Summary: The Electrical Field Test Technician will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Technicians will work with electrical equipment, such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated. Technicians will implement safety policies.

Requirements

Requires an Associate’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Technology and 2 years of experience as a NETA Technician, OEM Electrical Equipment Technician, Lineman, or Electrician OR a Powerline Technician Certificate of Qualification and 4 years of experience as a NETA Technician, OEM Electrical Equipment Technician, Lineman, or Electrician.
Have experience in each of the following skills:
Transformer testing 480v – 500kv+
Switchgear and PT’s
Cable testing 600v – 35kv
Aerial lift and bucket truck work
MV hot work; and Fall protection usage

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, and maintain electrical substations and transmission switchyards.
Work with electrical equipment, such as SF6 and vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated.
Performing High, Medium, and Low voltage testing of electrical power equipment.
Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed. Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and clean equipment and components in a substation.
Position to be performed at various unanticipated locations throughout the state of Arizona.
Position will report to local office in Gilbert, AZ.