COE ERS Traveling NETA Testing Field Technician B Tiger Team

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Troubleshoot, test, and inspect complex electrical systems, and moderately complex relay calibration and power metering. Perform as “Assistant Team Lead” person on projects.

Perform other assignments as required. Position requires Some technical supervision.  Operate all types of test equipment and have some experience in coordination of electrical systems. May be mentally demanding, requiring concentration on several projects and activities at once. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform    support   for    field   operations    and   simple    electrical equipment testing, troubleshooting, inspections.
  
  
  
  • Responsible for support equipment and maintaining shop supplies.
  
  
  • Requires troubleshooting capabilities.
  
  
  • Simple relay calibration, use of recording instrumentation.
  
  
  • Perform tests and inspections on the following equipment: low and medium voltage circuit breakers and switchboards, ground systems, motor control centers, medium voltage cables, ground fault systems, and two-winding transformers.
  
  
  • Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of day/project using a computer and the Company’s custom software.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Willing to travel anywhere in North America >90% of the time.  Schedule is dependent upon project work and is flexible to the degree it can be.  This is worked out on a case by case basis with your assigned project manager.  PTO scheduled in advance can and will be accommodated.


• Does NOT require relocation to a Vertiv headquarter or regional office at this time.


• This is “project work” which typical projects last anywhere from 1-12 months on average.  It can vary based on schedule and progress. 


• Options for downtime ( in between projects), employee can take PTO, training, regional work, and “home office” work.


• Typical schedule is to work 8-12 weeks and then 1 weeks back at “home base” depending on project schedule.  This varies based on the phase of the project.


• Expect to receive accelerated on-job-training (OJT) and experience due to the nature of this work.  Excellent career jump start and then settle down in a region (if and when you choose to do so)

Supervisory Requirements

• Assist Team lead in the supervision of up to 4 team members, providing technical guidance and training on testing of Electrical apparatus. 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Customer Focus – Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customer; Gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; Acts with customers in mind; Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.


• Decision Quality – Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.


• Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; doesn't blame others for his/her own mistakes or misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.


• Listening– Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees.


• Problem Solving – Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at first answers.


• Standing Alone – Will stand up and be counted; doesn't shirk from personal responsibility; can be counted on when times are tough; looks forward to taking charge of a problem or issue; is comfortable working alone on a tough assignment.

Qualifications

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and two years experience. OR Graduate of applicable Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and five years minimum same or similar work experience. OR High school education or equivalent and six years minimum same or similar work experience.


• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.


• Passed the NETA II (International Electrical Testing Association) exam or NICET equivalent preferred.


• Strong background and experience in most types of switchgear testing through the 230 kV class.


• Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems, and good aptitude for problem evaluation.


• Complete projects consistently meeting customer’s deadline and on budget.


• Able to write detailed reports, using a computer.


• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.


• Good judgment, dependable, supervises projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.


• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting and using templates in Microsoft Word, use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research and operation of computer controlled test equipment.


• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and night work. Must be available for out- of-town work of up to several months.


• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Medium Lifting (30 Ibs.
  
  – 45 Ibs.)


• Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.)


• Frequent Standing


• Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping 


• Frequent bending / twisting


• Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders)


• Frequent driving (car, van, truck)


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Due to the safety sensitive aspect of the role, candidates are required to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment.

In addition, you will also be required to complete and pass a pre-employment background check and a motor vehicle records check.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Extreme cold (below 32*)


• Extreme heat (above 100*)


• Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard)


• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)


• Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.)


• Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

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’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future.

From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI.

We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.

 With $ billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.