ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Kansas City, MO

Vertiv • Kansas City, MO

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, testing, and inspecting electrical apparatus. This role involves performing as a lead person on projects and requires some technical supervision. The technician will perform 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 up to the 15 kV class. The position may also involve performing simple power system studies, complex analysis for equipment labeling projects, and taking an active role in business development. The technician will also be responsible for writing detailed reports, processing job billing, and performing functions related to job proposals, including 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.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work.
• Must be available for out-of-town and international travel of up to several weeks.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided.

Nice To Haves

• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot, perform simple relay calibration, use load recording instrumentation, and 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.
• Write complete, detailed reports promptly at the end of a 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.

Benefits

• Core Principals & Behaviors: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Diversity & Inclusion.
• Strategic Priorities: Customer Focus, Operational Excellence, High-Performance Culture, Innovation, Financial Strength.
• Behaviors: Own It, Act With Urgency, Foster a Customer-First Mindset, Think Big and Execute, Lead by Example, Drive Continuous Improvement, Learn and Seek Out Development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED