Electrical Test Technician 2

M.C. Dean, Inc•Caroline County , MD

About The Position

Modular Mission Critical, M.C. Dean’s manufacturing campus for modular products serving data centers and critical infrastructure, is hiring an Electrical Test Technician 2. The position leads and performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and startup of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, motor control centers, and other electrical apparatus. Work takes place both in the field and in a shop environment and requires understanding electrical distribution systems and operating complex electrical test equipment. The role supports safe working conditions for coworkers and customers and contributes to project success. Local, regional, and national travel is required; international travel is preferred. The position also rotates emergency on-call duty and responds to customer emergencies when called. The pay range is USD $30.00–$39.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant electrical experience and a high school diploma or GED.
NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on electrical testing experience.
Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Proficiency 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 safe lifting procedures.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and 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 within 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 and ideas.

Nice To Haves

International travel capability is preferred.
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 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 acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems to ensure compliance with NETA standards.
Test, calibrate, and program protective relays from various manufacturers.
Test circuit breakers and switchgear, including timing and primary and secondary injection tests.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and conduct root-cause analysis of system failures.
Test transformers, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor tests.
Follow electrical safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and personal protective equipment 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.