Electrical Test Technician 2 - NETA - 100% Travel

M.C. Dean, Inc•Tysons, VA

About The Position

Lead and perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and startup of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment in field and shop environments. Equipment includes breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, motor control centers, and other electrical apparatus. The role requires understanding sophisticated electrical distribution systems and using complex electrical test equipment. The technician contributes to a safe working environment and supports project success. Local, regional, and national travel is required; international travel is preferred. The position includes emergency on-call rotation and work in industrial, data center, and utility environments. The stated pay range is USD $30.00–$39.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant electrical experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid, active U.S. work authorization.
NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing; certification is preferred.
Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and protective relays.
Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
Experience with electrical test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters.
Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and high-potential testing procedures.
Knowledge of medium- and high-voltage systems up to 500 kV, including arc-flash hazard analysis.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to diagnose system failures.
Willingness to travel as needed and work in industrial, data center, and utility environments.
Ability to work safely under minimal supervision and follow industry best practices.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, using proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong; apply general rules to specific problems; combine information to form conclusions; see details at close range; and understand spoken information.

Nice To Haves

Ability to travel internationally.
OEM-certified field service training program.

Responsibilities

Perform acceptance and maintenance testing on electrical power distribution systems and equipment, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and protective relays.
Conduct insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, high-potential, and other testing in accordance with NETA standards.
Analyze test results, assess equipment condition, and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate, lead, and support multiple onsite and in-house projects using company software systems.
Review and maintain job documentation, ensuring information is complete from order receipt through invoicing.
Test low- and medium-voltage cables, instrument and power transformers, switchgear, breakers, electromechanical and solid-state relays, and other electrical apparatus.
Control material costs by eliminating wasteful practices and implementing appropriate controls.
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner when called.
Promote continuous improvement and teamwork.
Perform protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.
Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing and primary- and secondary-injection testing.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root-cause analysis of system failures.
Conduct transformer testing, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor testing.
Follow electrical safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements.
Maintain detailed test reports and documentation for compliance and client review.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients on system commissioning and startup.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior technicians as needed.