Testing Technician jobs in Washington, DC

POSITION SUMMARY

High Voltage Maintenance (HVM), a rapidly growing third-party, NETA accredited, electrical testing company is currently seeking Field Technicians to support our service offerings.

Why HVM is the best company for Electrical Testing?

• Highly competitive compensation 
• Excellent benefits including- Company vehicle, smartphone, laptop, 
• Incentive program that rewards employees for NETA Certification
• Outstanding employee referral bonuses
• Industry leader in electrical testing, project services, commissioning, and engineering services
• Military and Veteran focused organization
• Strong Safety Program

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Troubleshooting capabilities, relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, low and medium voltage switchgear testing through 15 kV class
• Perform tasks such as testing of circuit breakers, switchgear and motor control centers
• Electrical testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems
• Busduct Installation, Inspection & Testing
• Instrument transformer tests & Power transformer testing – Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc.
• Test both electro-mechanical and solid-state relays
• Cable testing - Tan Delta, Power Factor, VLF, DC Hipot
• Automatic transfer switch troubleshooting

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates with NETA Level 2 certification or above required or equivalent experience.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment, periodic and random drug screenings
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and night work.
• Must be available for out-of-town travel at a minimum of 25% or 12-15 weeks per year
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move 100-pound test sets
• Possess a valid driver’s license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Engineering, Electrical or Mechanical 
• Graduate of Electrical Technical School 
• Military equivalent 

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)

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)

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED 

• 25%

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5.0 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, O, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.