Electrical Test Technician 3 - Phoenix, AZ

M.C. Dean, Inc•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Test Technician 3 works independently on small- to medium-sized projects or as part of larger, more complex projects. The role is responsible for overall project administration, organization, and implementation. It develops the electrical testing program for the duty site and serves as a subject matter expert for the division’s operations and maintenance program. The position oversees electrical testing, building-control system functionality and reliability, operational troubleshooting, safety procedures, and coordination with operations leadership. The technician performs acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems, protective relays, circuit breakers, switchgear, and transformers; troubleshoots electrical faults; and maintains test documentation. The role also supports system commissioning and startup, assists with project schedules and operator training, and provides technical guidance to junior technicians. Travel may be required, and work may take place in industrial, data center, and utility environments.

Requirements

At least 7 years of relevant electrical experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid, 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.
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 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 balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder while carrying tools without exceeding its weight limit.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems, draw conclusions from information, see details at close range, and understand spoken information.

Nice To Haves

NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
Experience with Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke test equipment.
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, improve system efficiency, and revise controls to address facility changes or identified problems.
Assist with 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 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-system performance and meet government energy goals.
Provide oversight, troubleshoot, and address operational problems.
Assume supervisory responsibility during electrical testing activities.
Assist the MEP Operations Manager with developing electrical work and project schedules.
Assist with 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 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.