ERS NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Las Vegas

Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus. Lead on projects as required; position may require some technical supervision.

• Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, and low and medium voltage switch gear testing through 15 kV class.
• 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 end of 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 providing accurate information when judged over time; consulted by others for advice and solutions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move 100-pound test sets.
• Valid Driver’s License.

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• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME with no experience; or graduate of electrical technical school or military equivalent with three years minimum, or high school education or equivalent with four years minimum same or similar work experience.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various 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 written and verbal communication with clients and peers.
• Good judgment, dependable, capable of supervising projects with technical expertise and strong business management skills.
• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting, and using templates in Microsoft Word, internet research for standards/products/manufacturer information, and operation of computer-controlled test equipment.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work. Able to travel out of town and internationally for up to several weeks.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles and 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

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