Apparatus Lead Technician

Summary

The Apparatus Lead Technician is responsible for leading and performing inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair of electrical power distribution apparatus and systems in industrial and commercial environments. This position serves as the technical lead on assigned projects and provides field direction to technicians while ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable standards, customer requirements, and Taurus Industrial Group (TIG) procedures.

The Apparatus Lead Technician works directly with customers, project leadership, and other Power & Reliability personnel to evaluate equipment condition, identify deficiencies, troubleshoot electrical issues, and ensure reliable operation of electrical power systems.

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.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree, electrical apprenticeship, military electrical training, or equivalent technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience testing, maintaining, troubleshooting, or commissioning electrical power distribution equipment.
• Demonstrated experience leading field crews or providing technical direction to other technicians.
• Experience working with low- and medium-voltage electrical equipment and power distribution systems.
• Experience with electrical testing equipment and interpretation of test results.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical safety practices and industry standards.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements when driving is an essential function of the position.
• Ability to travel and work overtime, nights, weekends, and outages as required.

• Advanced knowledge of electrical power distribution equipment and apparatus testing practices.
• Knowledge of low- and medium-voltage switch gear, circuit breakers, transformers, motor control centers, protective devices, and associated electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical testing methods including insulation resistance, contact resistance, turns ratio, power factor/power factor insulation testing, and other applicable diagnostic testing.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E and electrical safe work practices.
• Familiarity with NETA testing practices and applicable ANSI, IEEE, and manufacturer standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical equipment and identify equipment deficiencies or abnormal test results.
• Ability to safely operate electrical test equipment and specialized diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to interpret test data and compare results against manufacturer specifications and applicable industry standards.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to organize and lead field activities while maintaining project schedules and quality expectations.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to technicians.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, engineers, and other project personnel.
• Ability to accurately complete field documentation, test reports, and service reports.

• Lead and perform inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair of electrical power…