Electrical Test Tech 1

Henrico, VA 23231

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Technician Job Number: 49170249 Compensation: $26-28 / hour

Job Description

Electrical Test Technician
Direct Hire – Start ASAP
Location: Richmond, VA
Second shift: 3:00pm to 11:30pm
Pay: $29.25 After shift diff  (5% bonus at the end of the year)

We’re hiring Electrical Test Technicians to test and troubleshoot medium- and low-voltage power distribution equipment (PDUs, switchgear, static switches, and more) on the manufacturing floor.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform electrical testing using multimeters, hi-pot testers, and other tools
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
  • Document test data using standard software (Excel, Word, Modbus Poll, etc.)
  • Collaborate with engineering and production to resolve test issues
  • Maintain a clean, safe test area and follow electrical safety protocols (NFPA 70E, NEC)

What We’re Looking For:
  • Experience testing electrical equipment in a manufacturing or military setting
  • Strong ability to read schematics and follow test procedures
  • Comfortable using hand tools and test equipment
  • Familiarity with 3-phase, AC/DC systems, and power distribution concepts
  • Willingness to work overtime/weekends as needed

Preferred:
  • Technical degree or military training in electronics/electrical systems
  • Experience with data center or mission-critical power equipment



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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Emmanuel Forney

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

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