Electrical Test Technician I

AES•Dayton, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The AES Corporation, a global power company with 8,300 employees across 12 countries, is seeking an Electrical Test Technician I. AES is a leader in renewable energy sales and has been recognized for its strong workplace culture and ethical business practices. This role involves assisting higher-level technicians in performing electrical tests, with opportunities to advance to performing less complex test procedures on circuits up to 250 volts under directive supervision. The position requires a commitment to safety, learning company-specific software, and potentially accessing secured areas, which necessitates passing a background check. The role offers a path for growth through a training program and ongoing skill verifications.

Requirements

High School Diploma or the equivalent.
A two-year electrical or electronic degree or equivalent education plus two years’ experience in electrical or electronic work.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of basic electrical circuits by passing a written test or technical assessment.
Basic knowledge of computers, ability to learn Company specific software and electronic communications systems and devices.
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must comply with all the Company’s safety regulations and policies.
Must have a basic knowledge of Company standards and codes and other pertinent regulatory requirements as they relate to the Electrical Test Technician responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

CDL license is optional.

Responsibilities

Assists Electrical Test Technician II and III in performing limited tests required by the department.
Performs less complex test procedures involving connections to circuits carrying normal secondary voltages up to 250 volts under directive supervision.
Complies with all Company’s safety regulations and policies.
Drives company vehicles to and from various equipment locations, substations, and company facilities.
Becomes familiar with all basic electrical test equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, watt meters, power supplies, etc.
Analyzes testing problems and uses initiative and judgment to solve them.
Learns the basic operation and becomes familiar with substation, distribution, and transmission equipment (control circuits, circuit breakers, transformers, Automatic Throwover Switches (ATO), generators, batteries, capacitor banks, regulators, Load tap Changers (LTC), cables, switches, etc.) under close supervision.
Assists Testers of higher grade in making all kinds of tests required in the department; wiring and setting up test equipment; taking readings, making field notes, and operating equipment, as directed.
Investigates trouble or faulty operation of lines and associated equipment, assisting and advising in correction same, if appropriate.
Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and adjustment of electrical and electronic equipment used for voltage regulation.
Assists in the preparation and completion of reports of tests performed in Company’s stations, substations, or in the field.
Recognizes hazardous conditions and works within appropriate procedures to assure safety.
Learns to follow company procedures and policies (Safety, radio, administrative, time sheets, record keeping, paperwork, etc.) under directive supervision.
Becomes familiar with and learns to read various types of prints such as substation, index, SO, primary, secondary, etc.
Sets recording devices for tests of voltages, amperage, and wattage or other similar tests.
Services recording devices and other test equipment and performs general inspection and lead repair.
Prepares data for, and makes corrections on, office drawings and records, as a result of test and inspections in the field.
Uses prints or sketches to build or repair equipment.
Assists Test Technicians of higher grade in making limited tests required in the department; wires and sets up test equipment; takes readings, makes field notes, and operates equipment, as directed.
Investigates trouble or faulty operation of voltage problems, capacitor banks, line regulators, and LTC controls on distribution banks at secondary voltage levels.
Takes care of company equipment and performs all proper precautions and care while performing work on customer’s premises.
Assists and advises other areas and customers in correcting technical problems.
Responsible for inspection, maintenance, adjustment, and data manipulation of electrical and electronic equipment used for voltage regulation.
Assists in the preparation and completion of reports for tests performed in power stations, substations or in the field.
Maintains and updates electronic databases, software, and computer-based systems.
Keeps inspection notes and conditions on a personal handheld computer, downloads all pertinent information into a central database, and runs reports in any abnormal situations.