Power Solutions Test Technician I - ABM Industries

Overview

ABM Industries is seeking a Electrical Test Technician II to join our team. The Level II technician is responsible for safe and efficient installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical power distribution equipment for customers in the assigned territory. In this role you will travel approximately 50% of the time, and, working under the supervision of Level III or IV Certified technician, are responsible for the performance and management of routine and moderately complex tasks and projects, record keeping, evaluation of test data, and preparation of field service reports. 

Will consider experience in lieu of certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Travel to customer sites to inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data on electrical systems.
• Test and commission protection and control systems on high voltage substations.
• Maintain, test, repair, rebuild, and replace low, medium, and high voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
• Troubleshoot automatic transfer switches.
• Test and inspect low, medium, and high voltage cable installations.
• Maintain, test, and repair transformers and related equipment.
• Test and calibrate solid-state and electro-mechanical relays.
• Perform relay calibration and power metering.
• Conduct low and medium-voltage motor control center and contractor testing.
• Start-up, troubleshoot, and repair generator controls and transfer schemes.
• Sample and analyze insulated fluids.
• Complete Job Hazard Analyses including but not limited to arc-flash and shock analyses
• Conduct limited and routine investigations, tests, and evaluations.
• Document test results and complete field reports.
• Rotate emergency on-call duty.
• Maintain strict compliance to regulatory laws

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in electrical testing.
• hold a current NETA Level II, or NICET equivalent, certification.
• Candidate should have experience working in and leading a small team
• Experience in or capable of managing medium-sized (multi-week) project
• Familiar with NETA Acceptance and Maintenance Testing Standards
• Familiar with NFPA70E Electrical Safety standards
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical performance deficiencies (e.g. ground fault)
• Ability to travel 20%
• Skilled in testing digital relays (SEL 700G or comparable)
• Skilled in using Enoserv RTS
• Must be knowledgeable lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control procedures.
• Clean Driving Record
• Familiarization with Megger and Omnicron test equipment is a plus 
• MOS Army 12P, AF 3E032, Navy H190

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

This position will be working primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions. This position will be working around electricity and other potential hazards. Appropriate safety equipment and practices are required. Much of our equipment is heavy, so the ability to lift at least 75 pounds is needed.

About Us

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $6.4 billion and over 130,000 employees in 300+ offices deployed throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM’s comprehensive capabilities include electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, janitorial, landscape & turf, mission critical solutions and parking, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. Founded in 1909, ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes — from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and airports.