Senior Technician

Sr. Electrical Test Technician

Saber Power Services, LLC, (SPS) located in Houston, TX is a nationally recognized full service, EPC, specialty engineering, procurement, construction and testing and commissioning company specializing in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure in North America.  

Saber Power Services seeks a professional, dedicated individual with a positive outlook for our Sr. Electrical Testing Technician to perform electrical testing, maintenance, and start-ups of high voltage substations for our Mobile, AL office.

 Education and/or Work Experience: 

• AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology, BSEE, BSEET or equivalent experience in the high voltage industry 
• 4 years’ experience in the high voltage industry 

 Qualifications: 

• Power DB knowledge a plus 
• Valid driver’s license Word processing, spread sheet and e-mail software 
• Mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry 
• Broad knowledge of electrical AC/DC fundamentals (Electrical) 
• Broad knowledge of the major components of a substation 
• Broad knowledge of control and protection systems (Electrical) 
• Knowledge of high-voltage electric field theory (Electrical) 
• Broad knowledge of electrical code and standards (NEC, NESC, and applicable IEEE and ANSI) (Electrical) 
• Broad knowledge of civil / structural codes and standards (NESC, and applicable IEEE, ANSI, AISC and ACI) (Civil / Structural) 
• Broad knowledge of the function of major electrical equipment 
• Broad knowledge of ground grid theory and design (Electrical) 
• Effective oral and written communications 
• Knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation 
• Knowledge of drafting standards 
• Working in a team environment 
• Communicating effectively with co-workers 
• Ability to travel 50% required 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switchgear included (but not limited to) the following: 
  1. Protective relaying and relaying systems 
  2. Circuit Breakers 
  3. Power Transformers 
  4. Current and Potential Transformers 
  5. Meters, Transducers, and Power system metering 
  6. Power Cables 
  7. Grounding Systems 
  8. Motors and Motor Starters 
  9. Station Batteries and Chargers 
  10. Alarm systems and Annunciators 
  11. Personal Protective Equipment 
• Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis. Make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs 
• Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended 
• Represent the company in a professional manner regarding communicating and interfacing with clients  
• Communicate effectively with the company management team on a regular basis regarding project status and the scheduling of manpower and equipment  
• Always make safety a top priority, realizing that the company has Zero Tolerance for those who do otherwise 
• Develop and track all drawings required for the construction of an electrical substation 
• Oversee project specific activities of project team 
• Mark up drawings for the submission to Engineering 
• Perform calculations required for the design of various civil / structural components (Civil / Structural) 
• Learn and use task specific software 
• Learn and properly use the document management system 
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices 
• Keep project schedule up to date 
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work 
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party 
• Other duties as required  

Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all. 

Benefits: 

Saber has an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short term disability, life insurance, 401K with Matching, flexible benefit account; and an outstanding work environment. Check out our Total Rewards Plan here. 

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.