Electrical Test Technician 2 - Richmond, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc•Richmond, VA

About The Position

Lead and perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and startup of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, and motor control centers, along with other electrical apparatus. Work takes place both in the field and in a shop environment and requires understanding electrical distribution systems and using complex electrical test equipment. The role contributes to a safe working environment and successful projects. Local, regional, and national travel is required; international travel ability is preferred. Technicians rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies when called. The position pays USD $30.00–$39.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant electrical experience and a high school diploma or GED.
NETA/NICET certification or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
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 test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters.
Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and high-potential (Hi-Pot) testing procedures.
Knowledge of medium- and high-voltage systems up to 500 kV, including arc-flash hazard analysis.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, including the ability 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 and follow proper lifting and safety procedures.
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 routinely and repetitively walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead.
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.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems and reach sensible answers.
Ability to combine information to form general rules or conclusions and identify relationships among events.
Ability to see details at close range and understand information communicated through spoken words and sentences.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Coordinate, lead, and support multiple onsite and in-house projects using company software systems.
Review and maintain job documentation, ensuring information is complete from receipt of order through invoicing.
Test low- and medium-voltage cables, instrument and power transformers, switchgear, breakers, electromechanical and solid-state relays, and other electrical apparatus.
Contain material costs by eliminating wasteful practices and implementing appropriate control measures.
Rotate emergency on-call duty and respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner when called.
Promote continuous improvement and teamwork.
Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems to ensure compliance with NETA standards.
Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.
Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing tests and primary and secondary injection testing.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and conduct 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.