Test Technician (Berlin, CT)

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

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About The Position

This is an entry-level position working within Eversource’s system test and technical service departments, including Substation Automation, Distribution Automation, Radio Services, Network Services, and Central Maintenance Services. Under close supervision, the technician handles assignments involving acceptance testing, maintenance, and repair of communications systems, process computers, peripheral hardware, and electronic components and devices. The position also assists with compliance and maintenance of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) systems. The role requires responding to on-call needs and participating in emergency restoration efforts as required. Employees may also be assigned to assist during emergencies outside their normal responsibilities, work hours, or location. Immigration-related sponsorship is not offered for this position. Applicants must pass the TECH test and include a resume with their online application.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 2 years of experience testing and/or troubleshooting electrical systems or components.
Electrical license (E1 or E2) or equivalent.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic components, circuitry, and systems.
Ability to use computer-based technology with various types of operating systems.
Manual dexterity and skill in making equipment repairs, adjustments, and modifications, with working familiarity of testing and measurement techniques.
Knowledge of specialized instrumentation use and application and working familiarity with electrical and electronic testing and measurement techniques.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively in verbal and written form.
Must pass the TECH test.
Must maintain Critical Infrastructure Protection certification annually.
Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of CONVEX switching and tagging procedures.
Working knowledge of Eversource safety rules and practices.
Associate’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or equivalent.
Experience testing, programming, and communicating with intelligent electronic devices through a command line interface.
Thermography experience.
Cathodic Protection experience or NACE CP1 certification.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and service equipment and systems associated with electrical and electronic equipment.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring, logic, and interconnection diagrams, as well as manufacturer documentation.
Contribute to reports, drawings, sketches, logs, and records of work performed; correct engineering drawings to reflect field changes.
Obtain clearance from the appropriate dispatching agency, when required, before working on critical operating equipment or electronic systems.
Operate electrical and electronic instruments to test and calibrate equipment, including voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, transmission test sets, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, communications service monitors, and multimeters.
Identify and analyze communications problems or failures on systems, including leased telephone facilities and internal communication circuits; communicate problem details to the carrier or internal personnel and return equipment to service following repair.
Assist with compliance and maintenance of Critical Infrastructure Protection systems.
Work on-call and during emergency restoration efforts as required.
Maintain Critical Infrastructure Protection certification annually and a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.