ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician – Greenville

Vertiv Group•Greenville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves troubleshooting, testing, and inspecting electrical apparatus, often performing as a lead person on projects. The role requires technical supervision and entails performing all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, and low and medium voltage switchgear testing up to the 15 kV class. The technician will test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems, and power metering. There is also an opportunity to perform simple power system studies, such as short circuit and protective device coordination. The role requires writing detailed reports promptly at the end of each project, accurately processing job billing, and potentially performing complex analysis for equipment labeling projects. A key aspect of the role involves taking an active part in business development, including preparing job proposals with estimates for man-hours, expenses, scope, and pricing. The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute Strategic Priorities.

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.
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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

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Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus.
Perform simple relay calibration.
Utilize load recording instrumentation.
Conduct 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 the end of each project using a computer.
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.
Supervise projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.