Electrical Test Technician 4

M.C. Dean, Inc•Caroline County , MD

About The Position

Modular Mission Critical, the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s modular products for data centers and critical infrastructure, is located just north of Richmond, Virginia. The role works independently on small- to medium-sized projects or as part of larger, more complex projects. It is responsible for developing the electrical testing program for the duty site and serving as a subject matter expert for the division’s operations and maintenance program. The technician oversees electrical testing, operations, troubleshooting, system reliability, and safety activities, and supports commissioning and startup of electrical power systems. The role includes performing acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems in accordance with NETA standards; testing, calibrating, and programming protective relays; testing breakers, switchgear, and transformers; investigating faults and system failures; and maintaining detailed reports and compliance documentation. It also involves supporting building-control and monitoring systems, developing operating procedures and training, assisting with CMMS processes and project schedules, and providing guidance to junior technicians. Travel may be required, and work may take place in industrial, data center, and utility environments. The stated pay range is USD $52.00–$66.00 per hour. The position has regular physical demands, including lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds, working at heights up to 60 feet, and climbing, balancing, and performing repetitive physical tasks.

Requirements

At least 10 years of relevant electrical experience.
High school diploma or GED.
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 electrical 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 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 on a regular basis.
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 walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see colors, 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; apply general rules to specific problems; synthesize information to form conclusions; see details at close range; and understand spoken information and ideas.

Nice To Haves

NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on electrical testing experience.
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, improving system efficiency and revising controls to accommodate facility changes or correct problems.
Assist in developing processes, methods, standard operating procedures, and operator training for monitoring and controlling mechanical, electrical, life safety, and building-control systems.
Assist with implementing CMMS processes to schedule, dispatch, track, and report emergency repairs, adjustments, preventive maintenance, and warranty activities for MEP field work.
Manage 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 and troubleshoot operational problems.
Assume supervisory responsibility during electrical testing activities.
Assist the MEP Operations Manager with 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.
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 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.
Conduct short-circuit and arc-flash studies and work with SCADA, building management systems, relay testing, SKM power systems, and ETAP.