Electrical Testing Technician II

Bopat Electric • Columbia, MD

21h • $40 - $52 • Hybrid

About The Position

Bopat Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Testing Technician II to join our growing Power Services Division. This role involves performing acceptance testing, maintenance testing, commissioning, and electrical reliability projects on low- and medium-voltage electrical power distribution equipment. The technician will inspect, test, and evaluate various electrical components, interpret technical documentation, and ensure adherence to safety procedures. This position offers opportunities for career development and advancement within a company that has been a trusted electrical services provider since 1972.

Requirements

• NETA Level II, NICET Electrical Power Testing Level II, or equivalent electrical power systems testing experience.
• Two or more years of electrical testing, commissioning, power systems, or closely related field experience.
• Experience working with low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and safe work practices.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including occasional overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electrical test equipment such as Megger, Doble, Omicron, Vanguard, or similar platforms is preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage electrical power distribution equipment.
• Inspect, test, and evaluate circuit breakers, switchgear, switchboards, transformers, protective devices, cables, grounding systems, automatic transfer switches, motor control equipment, and related electrical apparatus.
• Perform insulation resistance, contact resistance, winding resistance, turns-ratio, secondary injection, and other electrical testing appropriate to your qualifications.
• Assist with primary injection testing, relay testing, transformer testing, cable testing, power quality investigations, and system commissioning.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer documentation.
• Accurately document test results, equipment conditions, deficiencies, and field observations.
• Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and company safety procedures.
• Support troubleshooting, emergency response, and commissioning activities while working alongside experienced testing professionals.

Benefits

• 401K with 7% matching and immediate vesting
• 100% employer paid benefits
• Paid PTO
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Paid travel, lodging, and per diem for qualifying overnight assignments
• Ongoing technical training and support toward NETA/NICET certification development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed