Senior Test Technician

ABM Industries is seeking a Senior Testing Technician to join our Electrical Power Services team. This position serves as a technical lead responsible for the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, commissioning, and evaluation of electrical power distribution equipment in commercial, industrial, utility, and mission-critical environments.
The Senior Testing Technician performs testing activities independently, analyzes and evaluates equipment condition, develops technical recommendations, oversees safety compliance, and provides guidance and mentorship to Testing Technicians I and II. NETA certification is not required; however, candidates should possess the technical knowledge, field experience, leadership capabilities, and power systems expertise consistent with an advanced-level electrical testing professional. This role serves as a key field resource supporting project execution, customer relationships, technical quality, and operational excellence.
Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members Essential Functions

Independently perform acceptance, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning testing of electrical power equipment and systems.
Test, inspect, evaluate, troubleshoot, maintain, and document:
Low-, medium-, and high-voltage switch gear
Protective relays
Power transformers
Instrument transformers
Circuit breakers
Motor control centers
Automatic transfer switches
Power cables
Battery systems
Grounding systems
Protective and control systems
Analyze test data and determine equipment condition, serviceability, and recommended corrective actions.
Perform advanced troubleshooting of electrical power systems and equipment.
Lead field activities on assigned projects and coordinate work with customers, project managers, and subcontractors.
Review project specifications, testing procedures, one-line diagrams, and construction documents.
Perform and supervise electrical switching activities within assigned qualifications and company procedures.
Prepare and review field reports, test documentation, deficiency reports, and technical recommendations.
Ensure compliance with company procedures, customer requirements, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and industry standards.
Conduct jobsite safety meetings, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and pre-task planning activities.
Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Testing Technician I and Testing Technician II personnel.
Support emergency response activities, outages, startup activities, commissioning projects, and critical shutdowns.
Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, field service, industrial maintenance, utility operations, power generation, data center operations, or related electrical power systems work.
Demonstrated experience independently performing electrical testing and troubleshooting activities.
Strong understanding of:
 
  Electrical theory
  AC and DC power systems
  Protective relaying
  Power distribution systems
  Power quality concepts
  Electrical equipment operation and maintenance
 
Ability to read and interpret:
 
  One-line diagrams
  Three-line diagrams
  Schematics
  Protection and control drawings
  Equipment specifications
  Construction documents
 
Experience interpreting and evaluating electrical test results.
Working knowledge of:
 
  NETA Acceptance Testing Specifications (ATS)
  NETA Maintenance Testing Specifications (MTS)
  IEEE standards
  ANSI standards
  NEC requirements
  OSHA regulations
  NFPA 70E
 
Experience using advanced electrical testing equipment and diagnostic instruments.
Strong written communication skills with ability to prepare professional technical reports.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel up to 75% based on project and customer requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to independently execute testing projects with minimal supervision.
Strong…