ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Dallas, TX

Vertiv Group•Dallas, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus. Perform as “lead” person on projects. Perform other assignments as required. Position requires some technical supervision. This role involves performing all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, including troubleshooting, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, and low and medium voltage switchgear testing through the 15 kV class. The technician will test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems, and power metering. There may be opportunities to perform simple power system studies, complex analysis for equipment labeling projects, and take an active role in business development, including proposal writing, estimating man-hours and expenses, and developing scope and pricing.

Requirements

Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and no experience.
OR Graduate of applicable Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and three years minimum same or similar work experience.
OR High school education or equivalent and four years minimum same or similar work experience.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.
Passed NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
Strong background and experience in all types of switchgear testing through the 15 kV class.
Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.
Good judgment, dependable, supervises projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.
Strong computer skills including editing, formatting, and using templates in Microsoft Word, use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research, and operation of computer-controlled test equipment.
Valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Some technical supervision.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus.
Perform simple relay calibration.
Use of load recording instrumentation.
Low and medium voltage switchgear testing through 15 kV class.
Test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems and power metering.
May perform simple power system studies including short circuit and protective device coordination.
Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of project using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
May perform complex analysis and evaluative tasks necessary to complete equipment labeling projects consistent with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements and Company procedures.
Take an active role in business development and expansion.
Perform all functions pertaining to a written job proposal to a client, including estimate of man-hours and expenses, and development of scope and pricing and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.