ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - SIGN-ON UP TO $10K

Field Engineer – Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV)

Company: Vertiv (ERS / HVM)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Travel: Up to 75% (regional and national project assignments)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Up to $95/hour

What We Offer — Best-in-Market Benefit Details

Base Compensation

Up to $95/hour based on certification level and experience

Overtime & Double-Time

Aggressive OT policies; top performers exceed $200K total annually

Signing Bonus

Up to $10,000 based on certification level

Company Vehicle

Ford F150 with fuel card — fully maintained

Per Diem

Generous daily rate for out-of-town assignments + travel bonus program

NETA Level-Up Bonus

Cash bonus for every certification level advancement

Retirement

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tools & Equipment

All PPE, test equipment, smartphone, and laptop provided

Professional Development

Full certification reimbursement + tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Career Progression

Clear pathways from Field Engineer → Technical Lead → Services Manager

Referral Bonuses

$7,500+ for successful NETA-certified referrals

PTO

Flexible paid time off and holiday schedule

As a NETA founding company with roots dating back to 1967, Vertiv's Electrical Reliability Services (ERS) and High Voltage Maintenance (HVM) divisions are where the industry's best technicians build careers — not just take jobs. You won't be a number here. You'll be an elite specialist solving complex problems for the world's most critical infrastructure, including hyperscale data centers, healthcare systems, and utility networks powering the AI revolution.

We know your worth. The market for NETA Level III/IV ( certified professionals has never been tighter — and we've built a compensation and benefits package that reflects that reality.

What You'll Do

• Perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV
• Conduct power system studies including short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and power quality analysis
• Test and calibrate protective relays (electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based)
• Perform insulation resistance, power factor, and contact resistance testing on transformers, switchgear, cables, and circuit breakers
• Interpret and analyze test results; author comprehensive engineering reports with findings and recommendations
• Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions
• Mentor and train Level I/II technicians in the field
• Serve as technical lead on multi-discipline project teams
• Maintain compliance with NETA MTS/ATS standards, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements

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Required:

• NETA Level III or Level IV Certification (current and in good standing, or equivalent exp)
• 7+ years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environments
• Expert knowledge of NETA MTS and ATS standards
• Proficiency with test equipment: Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF, and equivalent
• Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Willingness to travel regionally (up to 75%)

Preferred:

• NETA Level IV Certification
• NICET Certification
• Experience with SF6 breaker maintenance
• Power systems engineering or related degree
• Prior leadership/supervisory experience on testing projects
• Experience in data center, utility, or industrial critical power environments

The anticipated salary range for this role in the CA, Cleveland- OH, CO, CT, NYC, MA, ME, MD, NJ, HI, IL, MN, VA, VT, Washington D.C localities are between $154,709 to $198,000 per year —salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to receive and/or participate in profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer details. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, holiday pay, and 401k. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

The anticipated salary range for this role in the State of Washington locality is between $154,709 to $198,000 per year —salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to receive and/or participate in profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer details. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, Flexible PTO, holiday pay (9 days), and 401k. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

VERTIV 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

• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

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, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 View email address on aiapply.co