Job Description

The Electrical Test Technician 1 is responsible for the testing & troubleshooting of Power Distribution Equipment and related components while ensuring quality workmanship, reliability, & maintaining a safe workplace in all Test areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Test & verify the performance/function of power distribution equipment and assemblies, using multi-meters,

current meters, HI‐POT Testers, Phase Rotation Meters, and other testing equipment.

• Perform Factory Testing on PDUs, Switchgear, STS, Databar product line, and Injection Testing.

• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly,

ensuring conformance to product specifications.

• Read inspection and testing procedures, adjustment methods, and certification processes to ensure proper test

procedures are followed.

• Obtain and accurately record data obtained during testing using a computer and several types of programs not

limited to Modbus Poll, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel, various web interfaces, and other specialized programs.

• Complete inspection of all electrical equipment coming into the Test areas.

• Completion of technical reports and Factory Acceptance Tests.

• Verify and install revolving cable layouts for different jobs.

• Make necessary repairs and/or refer test issues to the Supervisor for further diagnosis.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure company product specifications are being followed or to assist

with other manufacturing needs.

• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Test Department Supervisor.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment within all Test areas.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Education or GED with 1 - 2 years practical work experience testing Low Voltage distribution

systems; Two‐year technical degree in electronics, engineering, or related field preferred.

-OR-

Military experience and training in electronics, electricity, engineering, or related fields.

• Experience with L/V Switchgear, Power Distribution Units, Remote Power Panels, Static Switches, & Powered

Busway Systems preferred. Data Center and/or equivalent mission-critical systems experience preferred.

• Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols & electrical codes such as NFPA 70E, NEC Code, UL & IEC.

• Knowledge and understanding of 3‐Phase Power, DC Power, Electrical Power Generation, and AC/DC power

distribution.

• Understanding the hazardous nature of the department and ability to recognize dangerous conditions before

testing is performed.

• Knowledge and understanding of troubleshooting to the circuit board & component level.

• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and test equipment.

• Ability to read schematics and drawings.

• Ability to operate and accurately use a computer for data logging.

• Ability to maintain a tactful, orderly working relationship with other Test Team members.

• Ability to read and write English with excellent communication skills, follow verbal instructions accurately, and

understand and apply mathematic equations and practices.

• Ability to work overtime & weekends as needed.

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