Switchgear Technician
$35 - $42 per hourBemana, LLC
Job Description
Job Description
Bemana is seeking a Switchgear Technician in Chesapeake, VA , to perform high-level technical service on low and medium voltage power distribution equipment. This role is ideal for a hands-on expert who can transition seamlessly between in-shop breaker overhauls and field-based troubleshooting. You will join a premier, independently owned facility that has been a leader in the electrical machinery repair industry for many years.
What's in it for you:
- Hourly rate between $35-$42/hr depending on experience + overtime opportunities. If your target pay is higher, we still encourage you to apply—we could request adjustments based on experience and market conditions
- Comprehensive benefits package with health, vision, dental insurance & PTO.
- Access to a clean, state-of-the-art, and fully air-conditioned repair facility.
- Company vehicle.
Job Duties:
- Perform hands-on disassembly, component inspection, repair, reassembly, and testing of low and medium voltage switchgear.
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues involving protective relaying and switchgear controls in both shop and field environments.
- Conduct in-shop breaker overhauls and comprehensive field testing of power distribution systems.
- Train personnel in the proper techniques for troubleshooting, repairing, and testing power equipment.
- Travel significantly to various customer sites to provide professional technical services and maintain safe working conditions.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in the power distribution industry with a deep understanding of NETA standards, IEEE specifications, and NEMA specifications.
- Strong application knowledge of all switchgear types, including their operation, maintenance, and testing.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; higher vocational training (e.g., AVO Substation Maintenance) and NETA or NICET Level 1-4 certifications is preferred, but not required.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs, work at heights, pass a medical physical, and clear both drug and background screenings.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and be prepared for significant travel.
Application Process
If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.
If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.
About Bemana
Bemana provides recruiting services to the nation's equipment and industrial sectors. Our clients and candidates value us for our specialized recruiting expertise, vast knowledge of the equipment and industrial job market, and ability to solve their most challenging employment needs. We have successfully recruited thousands of top-level professionals filling a wide range of management, sales, engineering, and technical positions across the nation.
Referral Program
Bemana offers a $500 reward for referrals that lead to a hire. So, if this job or location is not for you, but you know someone that might be interested, send them this link and we'll send you a check if they get hired. Terms & conditions apply.
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