Are you a hands-on technician who takes pride in your craft and enjoys solving complex electrical challenges? Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Circuit Breaker Technician to join their in-shop team. This role offers variety, technical depth, and the opportunity to support critical industries by ensuring their power systems operate safely and reliably.

If you value safety, enjoy contributing to a clean and organized work environment, and want long-term career growth in power distribution equipment, this is an excellent opportunity.

Responsibilities & Expectations

This role is based in a climate-controlled breaker shop known for its strong safety culture, organization, and high standards. The Senior Circuit Breaker Technician will lead advanced shop work as well as support occasional field assignments.

Technical Responsibilities

• Lead and perform advanced work on low-, medium-, and high-voltage circuit breakers across major OEM brands (GE, Westinghouse, Powell, ABB, ITE, etc.)
• Troubleshoot, rebuild, retrofit, test, and repair switchgear and electrical apparatus
• Perform teardown and reassembly of breakers, contactors, and related components
• Service and test equipment including:
• High-voltage switchgear up to 3000A (SF6, vacuum breakers, ATS systems, 13.8kV/60Hz, 11kV/50Hz)
• Medium-voltage switchgear up to 5000A (vacuum breakers, ATS systems, 34.5kV, 4.16kV, 6/6kV)
• Low-voltage switchgear up to 5000A (air breakers, 480V/60Hz, 400V/50Hz)

Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor and guide junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols
• Lead on-site breaker testing and repair projects (occasional overnight travel required)
• Work alongside engineering and project management teams to improve shop processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence

Qualifications & Competencies

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training (trade school, apprenticeship, military) strongly preferred
• Minimum 7+ years of hands-on experience working with 480V–25kV circuit breakers
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and repairing complex breaker and switchgear systems
• Experience with OEM breaker manufacturers or similar high-stakes environments highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical power systems
• Proficiency with testing equipment including:
• Megger, DMM, Hi-Pot testers, oil dielectric testers, relay test sets, primary/secondary injection equipment, cable fault detectors, oscilloscopes
• Exceptional ability to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
• Level 3 PEARL Certification (or equivalent senior-level certification) required; ability to mentor others toward certification is a plus

Ideal Candidate Traits

You’ll be successful in this role if you:

• Prioritize safety and lead with integrity
• Work well in a team environment and hold yourself accountable
• Deliver excellent service and take pride in workmanship
• Are proactive, resourceful, and thrive in a fast-paced technical setting
• Communicate clearly and effectively
• Pursue continuous learning and professional development

About the Employer (Anonymized)

Our client is a leading provider of electromechanical and power distribution services supporting mission-critical industries across North America. Their customers range from industrial facilities to utilities, manufacturers, hospitals, renewable energy operators, and other organizations that rely on uninterrupted equipment performance.

The company emphasizes a culture built on safety, integrity, teamwork, accountability, customer focus, and continuous improvement. Team members work alongside industry experts and have access to significant opportunities for growth and skill development.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional benefits available

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent upon:

• Successful background and driving record check
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening
• Compliance with all workplace safety and drug-free workplace policies (federal contractor standards)