ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - SIGN-ON UP TO $10K

Vertiv•Atlanta, GA

2d•$154,709 - $198,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a NETA founding company with roots dating back to 1967, Vertiv's Electrical Reliability Services (ERS) and High Voltage Maintenance (HVM) divisions are where the industry's best technicians build careers — not just take jobs. You won't be a number here. You'll be an elite specialist solving complex problems for the world's most critical infrastructure, including hyperscale data centers, healthcare systems, and utility networks powering the AI revolution. We know your worth. The market for NETA Level III/IV (certified professionals has never been tighter — and we've built a compensation and benefits package that reflects that reality. Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Requirements

NETA Level III or IV Certification (current and in good standing, or equivalent exp)
7+ years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environments
Expert knowledge of NETA MTS and ATS standards
Proficiency with test equipment: Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF, and equivalent
Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination
Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs
Valid driver's license with clean driving record
Willingness to travel regionally (up to 75%)

Nice To Haves

NETA Level IV Certification
NICET Certification
Experience with SF6 breaker maintenance
Power systems engineering or related degree
Prior leadership/supervisory experience on testing projects
Experience in data center, utility, or industrial critical power environments

Responsibilities

Perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV
Conduct power system studies including short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and power quality analysis
Test and calibrate protective relays (electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based)
Perform insulation resistance, power factor, and contact resistance testing on transformers, switchgear, cables, and circuit breakers
Interpret and analyze test results; author comprehensive engineering reports with findings and recommendations
Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions
Mentor and train Level I/II technicians in the field
Serve as technical lead on multi-discipline project teams
Maintain compliance with NETA MTS/ATS standards, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements

Benefits

Base Compensation Up to $95/hour based on certification level and experience
Overtime & Double-Time Aggressive OT policies; top performers exceed $200K total annually
Signing Bonus Up to $10,000 based on certification level
Company Vehicle Ford F150 with fuel card — fully maintained
Per Diem Generous daily rate for out-of-town assignments + travel bonus program
NETA Level-Up Bonus Cash bonus for every certification level advancement
Retirement 401(k) with profit sharing
Medical Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Tools & Equipment All PPE, test equipment, smartphone, and laptop provided
Professional Development Full certification reimbursement + tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Career Progression Clear pathways from Field Engineer → Technical Lead → Services Manager
Referral Bonuses $7,500+ for successful NETA-certified referrals
PTO Flexible paid time off and holiday schedule