Senior Electrical Testing Technician

Rosendin•Sterling, VA

About The Position

The Electrical Testing Technician is responsible for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and verifying the performance and safety of electrical equipment, systems, and components. The role performs preventive and predictive electrical maintenance and supports commissioning or recommissioning facility equipment. It also provides technical support, supervises testing subcontractors as required, and mentors journeymen and apprentices pursuing a career in electrical testing. Primary work will be in Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina, with candidates from all areas considered. Travel may be up to 50%. The normal workweek is 40 hours, with possible overtime; electricians may work nights or weekends. The position involves varied weather, high noise, cramped or dirty conditions, and potential electrical-shock and other work-site hazards. Pay range is $62.00–$76.40 per hour.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in an electrical testing role, including preventive and predictive electrical maintenance.
Minimum 5 years of experience managing an operations team.
Advanced technical and customer-service skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and work within budgets.
Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
Commitment to working in a team atmosphere.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Word.
Working knowledge of CMMS platforms such as Maximo, Tririga, Archibus, Maintenance Connection, or ChekHub.
Working knowledge of testing platforms such as PowerDB and of electrical testing equipment.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees at all levels, vendors, clients, and others.
Ability to perform ladder climbing, wire pulling, and conduit installation; routinely walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Ability to stand for long periods while performing repetitive tasks such as grasping or manipulating wires.
Ability to lift 50 pounds from the ground and pull 50 pounds of force.
Use of feet, legs, hands, and arms to climb or balance on scaffolding or ladders; use of arms, hands, and fingers to reach, handle, and feel cables, wires, tools, and other equipment.
Ability to work on ladders, man lifts, or reach booms without fear of heights.
Ability to see and hear, or have corrected vision and hearing; distinguish color-coded wires; and adjust visual focus and use peripheral vision and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

NETA Level II–III and/or NICET Level II–III certifications.
OEM certifications.
Experience working in live critical environments such as data centers, government facilities, manufacturing, power generation plants, and utilities.

Responsibilities

Perform insulation resistance, continuity, dielectric, power factor, functional, and other electrical tests on switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, motors, and other low- and medium-voltage equipment in accordance with NETA MTS, NFPA 70B, IEEE, and other relevant standards.
Identify electrical faults and equipment failures, analyze results to determine root causes, and recommend repairs, replacements, or adjustments.
Record test procedures and results, including detailed test reports and maintenance records.
Assist with commissioning or recommissioning facility equipment.
Maintain calibration records for test equipment.
Supervise electrical testing subcontractors as required.
Mentor and train journeymen and apprentices interested in electrical testing careers.
Provide technical support for team projects according to project complexity and support needs.
Fulfill division objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate policy.
Maintain knowledge of assigned project status and promote a collaborative, win-win approach that supports successful, profitable work and customer satisfaction.
Assume additional responsibilities as required by division operating needs or as directed by the Area Superintendent.