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Electrical Test Technician

$35 - $55 per hour

Southern Staffing Group

Overview

Our client is a growing provider of electrical testing, maintenance, commissioning, and field services supporting critical power infrastructure across industrial facilities, substations, utilities, data centers, manufacturing operations, and commercial environments.

Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, the company is seeking an Electrical Testing Technician III to serve as a key technical contributor within the organization. This individual will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leading testing and maintenance activities while serving as a trusted resource for customers, project stakeholders, and operations leadership.

This is an opportunity for an experienced technician who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building customer relationships, and taking ownership of projects from start to finish.

Why This Opportunity

Technicians support a wide variety of projects across substations, industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, data centers, and other mission-critical environments. The work is diverse, technically challenging, and provides exposure to a broad range of electrical equipment and systems.

Leadership is actively investing in personnel, equipment, and operational capabilities to support an expanding customer base. As a result, this role offers direct visibility with leadership, opportunities for advancement, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the continued growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities
• Perform acceptance testing, maintenance testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electrical power systems
• Test and evaluate switchgear, circuit breakers, protective relays, CT/PT circuits, transformers, motor control equipment, and power distribution systems
• Independently manage assigned testing and maintenance projects from mobilization through completion
• Serve as the primary point of contact on assigned projects
• Mentor and support developing technicians as needed
• Prepare detailed field reports and technical documentation
• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards

Required Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years of experience performing electrical testing, commissioning, maintenance, or field service work within power distribution environments
• Strong understanding of low- and medium-voltage electrical power systems
• Experience testing and troubleshooting switchgear, breakers, transformers, relays, CT/PT circuits, and associated distribution equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and technical documentation
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills

Compensation & Benefits
• $35.00 - $55.00/hr base pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Company-provided vehicle
• Company cellphone
• Company laptop
• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement program
• Paid time off and company holidays
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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