Electrical Testing Technician - NETA IV

ABM US•Cumming, GA

About The Position

ABM is hiring an Electrical Testing Technician to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and start up electrical systems at client sites. The role conducts acceptance and maintenance testing on switchgear, relays, transformers, cables, and motor control centers; tests and calibrates solid-state and electromechanical relays; analyzes test data and electrical performance issues; and performs insulated fluid sampling. The technician documents results in detailed field service reports and completes Job Hazard Analyses, including arc flash and shock hazard assessments. This role leads and mentors Level I and II trainees and assistants, assigns work, reviews performance, and ensures consistent execution of testing procedures. It also supports sales with technical expertise and recommendations, rotates on-call duties for emergency service, and ensures compliance with NETA, NFPA70E, and ABM safety and quality standards. National travel of up to 50% is required. The posting includes conflicting qualifications: one section calls for an associate’s degree or higher in Power Systems or a related field and 10 years of electrical testing and power system services experience, while another says no experience or diploma is required and on-the-job training is provided.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in Power Systems or a related field (listed in one section; another section states no degree is required).
10 years of experience in electrical testing and power system services (listed in one section; another section states no experience is required).
Skilled in troubleshooting electrical faults, especially ground faults.
Familiarity with generator controls, protection systems, and high-voltage substations.
Proven experience leading and mentoring technicians in the field.
Ability to manage multi-month, medium- to large-scale projects.
Familiarity with NETA ATS/MTS Standards and NFPA70E.
Proficient in lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control procedures.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Clean driving record and ability to travel nationally up to 50%.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Another qualifications section states no experience is required and on-the-job training is provided, and no high school diploma, GED, or college degree is required.

Nice To Haves

One year of similar work experience (the posting writes “One (10) year”).

Responsibilities

Travel to client sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and start up electrical systems.
Lead and mentor Level I and II trainees and assistants in technical tasks and field operations.
Assign work, review performance, and ensure consistent execution of testing procedures.
Conduct acceptance and maintenance testing for switchgear, relays, transformers, cables, and motor control centers.
Test and calibrate solid-state and electromechanical relays, including SEL 700G or comparable equipment.
Use Enoserv RTS, Megger, and Omicron testing equipment and software.
Analyze test data, perform insulated fluid sampling, and interpret electrical performance issues.
Complete Job Hazard Analyses, including arc flash and shock hazard assessments.
Document results in detailed field service reports.
Rotate on-call duties for emergency response and service.
Assist the sales team with technical expertise and recommendations.
Ensure compliance with NETA, NFPA70E, and ABM safety and quality standards.