HV Testing Technician - Level 3

HV Testing Technician - Level 3SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.Job Description Summary:The HV Testing Technician - Level 3 will manage testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair activities in both substations and PV facilities. This role is based in Lubbock, TX or Bakersfield, CA and will require travel within the region. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.Position Responsibilities and Duties:Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while workingAble to perform all essential Testing Technician I, II and III job responsibilitiesDirect and supervise site testing, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting as directed by managementPerform site testing, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and energized electrical work strictly adhering to company and industry safety standardsPerform maintenance in accordance with company directives or authorized service documentsEnsure a safe working environment through strict adherence to and enforcement of company and industry safety standardsUnderstand, follow and communicate safety regulations and work proceduresSupervise, provide ongoing training and certify Testing Technician Level I, II, and III employeesPrepare timely and accurate documentation and required reportsComplete other responsibilities as assignedComplete a job with the assistance of Technicians and TraineesAssemble, write, and review a complete test report of the work that they performed or supervisedHandle multiple jobs simultaneously, jobs could be mentally demanding and requires limited supervision.Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and teammatesBe familiar with implementation of engineering studiesLead and assist in developing technical/safety policy and procedures and be able to write Standard Operating ProceduresAble to assist in developing technical/safety policy and procedures and able to write Standard Operating Procedures.

Able to assess other technicians in both safety and technical skill setsUphold diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.Minimum Requirements:7+ years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environmentsExpert knowledge of NETA, MTS, and ATS standardsProficiency with a variety of test equipmentStrong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordinationAbility to interpret electrical schematics and diagramsValid driver's license with a clean driving recordSkills Required:Perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kVTest and calibrate various types of protective relaysConduct insulation resistance and contact resistance testingAnalyze test results and draft comprehensive engineering reportsTroubleshoot complex electrical system failures in critical situationsMentor Level I/II technicians and serve as a technical lead on projectsApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAt SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities.

SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Benefits:Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.Compensation Range:$50.62 - $63.28Pay Rate Type:Hourly