Carolina Cat - Charlotte, NC
posted 24 days ago
Full-time
Charlotte, NC
About the position
The NETA Electrical Testing Technician position at Power Products and Solutions involves being part of a specialized team responsible for testing, maintaining, and repairing electrical distribution systems up to 35 kV. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with company policies, and continuous improvement, while providing opportunities for professional growth and development within a family-owned company committed to excellence in electrical testing services.
Responsibilities
- Maintains daily, weekly and/or monthly reports and inspections as required.
- Works with and takes direction from the Field Service Manager.
- Learns, understands, and complies with safety and other emergency practices.
- Informs the supervisor of any condition deemed to be unsafe.
- Participates in training directed at increasing job-related skills and to maintain or acquire NETA Certification.
- Assists in training of other employees as directed.
- Works according to the schedule prepared by the supervisor.
- Works overtime as needed.
- Assists in emergencies as needed including emergency calls at non-scheduled hours.
- Ensures that all work areas are returned to a clean, neat, orderly, and safe condition.
- Reports to supervisor any information having the potential to affect customer or employee relations.
- Responds in a professional, polite, and helpful manner when dealing with other staff and customers.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license and solid experience with electrical distribution systems and equipment.
- Sound understanding of electricity and electronics including AC and DC circuits.
- Experience in performing inspections, testing, and maintenance on low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment.
- Understanding of NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Specifications.
- Experience in maintaining and repairing various equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgears.
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems.
- Experience in completing maintenance activities during limited plant shut-downs.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot customer's electrical problems to ensure the entire system runs safely and efficiently.
- Understanding of customers' needs and time constraints, completing scheduled testing and service safely and within identified time constraints while providing superior quality workmanship.
- Working knowledge of OSHA safety rules, laws, and regulations concerning electrical and technical functions.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Great benefits
- Opportunities for advancement
