Switchgear Technician

Job Responsibilities and Expectations

• Dis-assemble in-shop low and medium voltage circuit breakers, refurbish, re-assemble and test.
• Trouble shoot and repair circuit breakers, switchgear, and motor control in shop and in the field during planned and emergency outages.
• Perform in-shop, field, maintenance and testing on circuit breakers and switchgear.
• Perform in-shop and field testing including: Megger, Ductor, Hi-Pot, High Current, and Timing Tests.
• Wiring of circuit breakers and switchboards.
• Be able to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Possess good communicating skills and have a solid work ethic.
• Minimum of 2 years' industrial power system experience preferred.
• Must be mechanically inclined and able to work with basic hand tools.
• Be able to operate electrical test equipment.
• Be able to fill out test reports and interpret results.
• Must have valid driver's and good driving record.
• Pre-employment and random drug testing required.
• Pre-employment national back ground check required.
• Must be willing to work over-time, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must be available for after hour emergencies.
• Compensation based on experience level.
• Must be available for over night and out of town work when required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• industrial power system: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• CDL A (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Confidential (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person