Electrical Test Technician 3

M.C. Dean, Inc•District of Columbia, DC

About The Position

The Electrical Test Technician 3 works independently on small- to medium-sized projects or as part of larger, more complex projects and is responsible for project administration, organization, and implementation. The role develops and oversees the electrical testing program and supports operation and maintenance of site systems. It includes managing or training operations staff, developing operating procedures and training, supporting CMMS-based maintenance processes, and maintaining the integration, reliability, and functionality of building control systems, including SCADA, Delta Controls, and life safety systems. The technician coordinates with the Program Manager to optimize monitoring systems and meet government energy goals, troubleshoots operational problems, and assumes supervisory responsibility during electrical testing activities. The position also supports electrical work scheduling, safety procedures, safety meetings, reporting, and recordkeeping. Electrical testing work includes acceptance and maintenance testing of power systems, relay, circuit breaker, switchgear, and transformer testing, fault troubleshooting, and test documentation. The role may involve travel and work in industrial, data center, and utility environments. The stated pay range is USD $42.00–$51.00 per hour.

Requirements

Minimum of 7+ years of relevant electrical experience and a high school diploma or GED.
Valid and active U.S. work authorization.
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 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 and follow proper lifting 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 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 produce sensible answers.
Ability to combine information to form general rules or conclusions and identify relationships among seemingly unrelated events.
Ability to see details at close range and to listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.

Nice To Haves

NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
OEM-certified field service training program.

Responsibilities

Develop the electrical testing program for the duty site and serve as the subject matter expert for the division’s operations and maintenance program.
Manage or train operations staff to monitor, control, and update system control applications; optimize system efficiency and revise operating controls as facility operations change or problems are identified.
Assist in developing processes, methods, standard operating procedures, and operator training programs for monitoring and controlling mechanical, electrical, life safety, and building control systems.
Assist with implementing CMMS processes and procedures to schedule, dispatch, track, and report MEP emergency repairs, adjustments, preventive maintenance, and warranty activities.
Manage the integration, reliability, and functionality of building control systems, including SCADA, Delta Controls, and life safety systems.
Coordinate with the Program Manager while on duty to optimize monitoring systems and meet government energy goals.
Provide oversight, troubleshoot, and address operational problems.
Assume supervisory responsibility during electrical testing activities.
Assist the MEP Operations Manager in developing electrical work and project schedules.
Assist in developing and implementing ORM safety procedures and safety meetings; generate safety reports and maintain safety records.
Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems in compliance with NETA standards.
Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.
Test circuit breakers and switchgear, including timing and primary and secondary injection tests.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis for 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.