ERS - NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Albuquerque, NM

Vertiv Group•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position involves troubleshooting, testing, and inspecting electrical apparatus, performing as a lead person on projects, and undertaking other assignments as required. The role requires some technical supervision and involves performing all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems. This includes troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, and low to 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 potential to perform simple power system studies, complex analysis for equipment labeling projects, and take an active role in business development, including proposal writing, 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.
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.

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Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
Troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems, and power metering.
Perform simple power system studies including short circuit and protective device coordination.
Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of project using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
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.