ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician

Field Engineer – Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV)

Company: ERS

Location:

Boise, l:
Up to 75% (regional and national project assignments)

Employment Type:

Full-Time Compensation:
Up to $110/hour

• Perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV
• Conduct power system studies including short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and power quality analysis
• Test and calibrate protective relays (electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based)
• Perform insulation resistance, power factor, and contact resistance testing on transformers, switch gear, cables, and circuit breakers
• Interpret and analyze test results; author comprehensive engineering reports with findings and recommendations
• Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions
• Mentor and train Level I/II technicians in the field
• Serve as technical lead on multi-discipline project teams
• Maintain compliance with NETA MTS/ATS standards, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements

Required:

• NETA Level III or Level IV Certification (current and in good standing)
• 7+ years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environments
• Expert knowledge of NETA MTS and ATS standards
• Proficiency with test equipment:
  Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF, and equivalent
• Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Willingness to travel regionally (up to 75%)

Preferred:

• NETA Level IV Certification
• NICET Certification
• Experience with SF6 breaker maintenance
• Power systems engineering or related degree
• Prior leadership/supervisory experience on testing projects
• Experience in data center, utility, or industrial critical power environments

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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 (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.