Testing Technician
Job Purpose
Buist Electric's Testing Department is looking for a skilled Journeyman Electrician or 3-4 year apprentice to add to our growing team. The technician will assist with acceptance testing, electrical system maintenance, testing, predictive inspections, installations, and service calls.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements
- Journeyman electrician license
- Strong commitment to safety, ability to work safely independently or with a team
- 5 years industrial electrical experience
- Strong mechanical skills
- High school diploma
- Driver’s license
Job Responsibilities
- Work with a team to perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, preventative maintenance, and predictive inspections
- Read and understand manuals, blueprints, and schematics
- Stay apprised of revisions to National Electric Code (NEC)
- Complete and maintain job related documentation (i.e. Drawings, work orders, and test results)
- Communicate effectively with Co-workers, Customers, Project Managers, and other trades
- Practical safeguarding of all personnel and property from hazards
- This position requires a highly detailed, timely individual with complex problem solving skills
Qualifications and Skills
- Detail oriented
- Strong communications skills, ability to interact well with team members, other skilled trade professionals, designers, and customers
- Strong mechanical skills
- Ability to adapt to complex situations and work under pressure
- Knowledge and understanding of the of National Electric Code, state and local building codes
- Use of testing equipment and hand tools
- Knowledge or strong desire to learn about electrical system maintenance and testing
- Ability to read and understand a basic electrical schematics for controls
- Ability to read and understand a basic electrical one line
- Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
- Experience with medium voltage systems or desire to learn and apply once trained
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and Bluebeam
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to (50) pounds
- Ability to distinguish shades of color
- Standing, walking, lifting, bending, climbing, repetitive motions
- Exposure to occasional outside weather conditions, heat and cold, noise, moving components, and equipment
Hours
- 45 hour work weeks
- Weekend, off shift, and Holiday work is anticipated
Buist Electric is a multi-dimensional contractor. We specialize in electrical construction, service, testing, automation, low voltage, audio visual, technology solutions, and outdoor utility installations. We are well known in our industry as a top place to work with a strong company culture, competitive wages, and an unparalleled benefit package.
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