Sr Electrical Tester - Sign On Bonus! (Various Locations)

City Light & Power•Denver, CO

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

CLP Engineering (CLPE) is seeking a Senior Electrical Tester to join our Testing Team. This role involves performing mid/entry-level inspections, testing, and maintenance of electrical power equipment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience and is available for up to 75% travel. Due to the nature of our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be a US Citizen. The Senior Electrical Tester will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment, working with equipment such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and various manual and motor-operated switches. While Colorado-based is preferred, the position can be located at other CLP Engineering locations or remote in a state where CLP Engineering is registered.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5+) years of relevant testing experience with: Prescence of Voltage Verification, Contact Resistance, Insulation Resistance Test Equipment Set Up, One-line Drawings.
Good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel.
Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
Must be a US Citizen.
Available to work overtime hours and travel to the field for extended time periods.
Able to work well both independently and as a contributing team member.
Will be required to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance.
A valid driver’s license with a record that meets the CLP Fleet Policy is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or related field, or previous military experience preferred.
NETA or NICET Certification (III or IV) or similar desired.
Experience with PowerDB a plus.
Prefer OSHA 10 or 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training.

Responsibilities

Create plans for testing apparatus.
Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results.
Perform instrument transformer tests such as CT’s/PT’s/CCVT’s/MU’s.
Perform Power transformer testing – Power Factor, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc.
Perform Cable testing – VLF/TD/PD.
Perform Automatic transfer switch testing & troubleshooting.
Perform Low, Medium and High voltage switchgear, SF6 and vacuum circuit breaker testing.
Perform moderately complex relay calibration and power metering.
Perform complex troubleshooting.
Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
Apply knowledge and understanding of practical application of electrical theory and hazards in order to perform the job requirements successfully and safely.
Interact positively with customers.
Other duties as assigned.