ERS - NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Abilene

ERS - NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Abilene

Electrical Reliability Services, Inc. invites applications for the role of ERS – NETA Electrical Testing Technician in Abilene, Texas. This position involves troubleshooting, testing, and inspecting electrical apparatus, serving as the lead person on projects, and performing other assignments as required under some technical supervision.

• Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot and calibrate simple relay systems, use load recording instrumentation, and conduct low and medium voltage switch gear testing up to 15 kV.
• Test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems, and power metering.
• May perform simple power system studies including short‑circuit and protective device coordination.
• Write complete, detailed reports promptly at the end of each project using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
• May perform complex analysis and evaluative tasks necessary to complete equipment labeling projects consistent with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements, and company procedures.
• Take an active role in business development and expansion.
• Perform all functions pertaining to a written job proposal to a client, including estimate of man‑hours and expenses, development of scope and pricing, and accurate judgment over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.

• Graduate Engineer (BSEE or BSME) with no experience, or graduate of relevant program.
• Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent with a minimum of three years of same or similar work experience, or high school education or equivalent with a minimum of four years of similar work experience.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and industry standards such as OSHA and NFPA.
• Passed NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
• Strong background and experience in all types of switch gear testing through the 15 kV class.
• Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with clients and peers.
• Good judgment, dependable, and capable of supervising projects with technical expertise and business management skills.
• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting, and using templates in Microsoft Word, internet research for standards/products/manufacturers, and operation of computer‑controlled test equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work; availability for out‑of‑town and international travel lasting up to several weeks.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell.
• Frequently required to sit, climb, and balance. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and move 100‑pound test sets.
• Valid driver’s license.

• 50 % of work time may involve travel.

Entry level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.