Quality Control Technician
About The Position
The Quality Control Technician ensures the quality, safe operation, and reliability of circuit breakers and associated electrical equipment. The role involves inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and documenting equipment conditions while collaborating with Quality Control and Maintenance teams to meet applicable standards and support continuous improvement. The technician performs functional tests and electrical diagnostics, identifies root causes of equipment issues, carries out preventive maintenance and repairs, calibrates testing equipment, and maintains accurate records. The role also supports quality improvements, technical knowledge sharing, electrical safety, and responses to critical equipment failures or power disruptions. The scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in La Porte, Texas.
Requirements
- Experience in circuit breaker quality control, electrical testing, maintenance, repair, or a comparable technical position.
- Familiarity with breaker types, switchgear, and electrical systems.
- Ability to perform electrical tests, interpret results, and troubleshoot equipment failures.
- Knowledge of electrical safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication and effective collaboration across teams.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, urgent needs, and varied shop conditions.
- Associate degree or certification in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with breaker maintenance, testing, and repair.
Responsibilities
- Inspect circuit breakers and associated electrical components for quality and compliance with specifications, standards, and safety requirements.
- Perform functional tests and electrical diagnostics using specialized test equipment to identify malfunctions or potential defects.
- Troubleshoot breaker issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance, replace defective components, and repair breakers and switchgear.
- Accurately record inspection findings, test results, equipment conditions, maintenance activities, and corrective actions.
- Calibrate testing equipment, maintain calibration records, and make required adjustments.
- Coordinate with Quality Control and Maintenance teams to resolve complex issues and improve quality assurance protocols.
- Participate in quality meetings, process improvements, and technical knowledge sharing with junior technicians.
- Follow electrical safety procedures, identify and report hazards, and support responses to critical equipment failures or power disruptions.
- Stay current with relevant technology, industry practices, and safety standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
