Breaker Technician

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. Our Service Division is seeking a Circuit Breaker Technician in Queen Creek, AZ! Four 10s Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

Position Summary

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Provide remote technical assistance and hands-on troubleshooting, repair, and testing of medium voltage electrical distribution equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Build, refurbish, rebuild, repair, & test various types of circuit breakers, contactors, grounding devices, and other electrical distribution equipment.

• Refurbish previously sold equipment incorporating the latest design enhancements to increase mechanical and dielectric capabilities

• Test the equipment per applicable IEEE/ANSI and Powell Factory Acceptance Testing Standards

• Electrically and mechanically upgrade customer equipment to perform at ratings not previously purchased for such as changing control voltage, increasing continuous current ratings or adding under voltage or second trip devices.

• Work with and provide remote technical assistance with internal and external customers to troubleshoot field orders.

• Provide remote technical assistance to internal and external customers.

• Incorporate current and future enhancements into older models of Powell equipment.

• Provide safe and clean working environment.

• Interpret Powell electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Retrieve and print drawings from Powell database.

• Relationships

• Reporting to Breaker Department Manager

• Internal relationships include regular interaction with: Project Management, Sales, and Quality Assurance

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 Years in a similar role

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Demonstrated understanding of basic electrical theory, safety, and applications.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills using Oracle, MS Outlook, Word & Excel
• Working knowledge with using the following test equipment: Hi-Potential Test Set, Insulation Resistance Test Set, Multi-meter, dial caliper.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge with the use of various hand tools and mechanical adaptability.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in problem solving is a preferred.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Insulation Resistance Testing

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Switchgear
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)