ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Houston, TX

Vertiv Group•Houston, TX

About The Position

Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus, and serve as the lead person on projects. The position involves technical supervision and other assignments as required. Perform testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, including troubleshooting, simple relay calibration, use of load-recording instrumentation, and testing low- and medium-voltage switchgear through the 15 kV class. Test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems, and power metering; may also conduct simple power system studies, such as short-circuit and protective-device coordination studies. Prepare complete, detailed project reports promptly using a computer and process job billing accurately. The role may include complex analysis and evaluation for equipment-labeling projects in accordance with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements, and company procedures. Take an active role in business development and expansion, including preparing client proposals with estimates of labor hours and expenses and developing scope and pricing. The description also notes that work should be accurate over time and that the technician is sought out by others for advice and solutions. The role requires travel, including out-of-town and international trips that may last several weeks, and a willingness to work flexible hours, nights, weekends, and holidays. Physical duties include regular standing, walking, handling tools or controls, and lifting; test sets may weigh up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
One of the following education and experience combinations: BSEE or BSME and no experience; graduation from an applicable electrical technical school or military equivalent and at least three years of similar work experience; or high school education or equivalent and at least four years of similar work experience.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and industry standards such as OSHA and NFPA.
Passed the NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
Strong background and experience in switchgear testing through the 15 kV class.
Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with clients and peers.
Good judgment, dependability, technical project supervision, and business management skills.
Strong computer skills, including editing and formatting documents and using Microsoft Word templates; using the Internet for standards, product, and manufacturer research; and operating computer-controlled test equipment.
Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and nights.
Availability for out-of-town and international travel of up to several weeks.

Responsibilities

Test and maintain electrical power distribution systems.
Troubleshoot electrical systems; perform simple relay calibration and use load-recording instrumentation.
Test low- and medium-voltage switchgear through the 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 studies.
Write complete, detailed reports promptly at the end of projects using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
May perform analysis and evaluation for equipment-labeling projects in accordance with industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements, and company procedures.
Take an active role in business development and expansion.
Prepare written client proposals, including estimates of man-hours and expenses and development of project scope and pricing.
Serve as a lead person on projects and provide technical supervision.
Perform other assignments as required.