Field Service Testing Technician - TRC Companies, Inc.

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TRC has consistently set the standard for clients needing more than just engineering services by blending scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology to create innovative, enduring solutions. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. 

Our team works with a diverse range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We are dedicated to delivering creative solutions that meet local needs, helping our clients thrive in a rapidly changing world. Together, we tackle challenges and strive to make the Earth a better place to live, community by community and project by project. 

Joining TRC means engaging in interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications. At TRC, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. We offer a range of People Programs designed to support our employees' growth and well-being. Explore our programs here: TRC People Programs

At TRC, every voice is valued, every individual has the opportunity to make a difference, and together we shape a brighter, more sustainable future.

Due to continued growth, TRC Field Services (FSV) is seeking additional Field Service Test Technicians to support our Client Teams across the United States and includes the regions: Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Southeast and Midwest.

With a staff of over 200 experienced utility and industrial commissioning engineers and test technicians, TRC delivers comprehensive, cost-effective solutions safely to our clients while providing the best training programs and mentors in this industry and numerous opportunities for growth with excellent benefits.

TRC is one of the premier national providers of testing and commissioning solutions in the country. Our staff undergoes extensive, in-house training, ensuring efficient project start up and adherence to your individual standards and specifications. We follow well documented procedures and guidelines to ensure safe and thorough planning and testing, so we can manage risk and safeguard ongoing operations.

Field Service Test Technicians report to the Operations Manager, Testing and Commissioning Services and are responsible for conducting tests on complex electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment. Field Service Test Technicians test electrical equipment including but not limited to: power transformers, protective relays, circuit breakers, control and supervisory equipment, voltage regulators and other equipment within electric utility substations, generating stations, data centers, and industrial plants.

• Understand and utilize the latest industry testing and commissioning standards and guidelines such as IEEE and NETA
• Provide high level customer service, consistently delivers quality services and maintains highly professional and respectful relationship with clients
• Promote the efficient flow of information and ensure complete and accurate record keeping
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and problem analysis (or the ability to learn) associated with protection and control systems and utility substation equipment, including but not limited to: Application Errors and Omissions, Drawing Errors and Omissions, Wiring Errors and Omissions, Settings Errors and Omissions, Equipment Malfunctions, Questionable Apparatus Test Results, Battery Ground Faults
• Provides support in areas of high technical complexity.  May be required to serve as the interface for the group with other Company departments, outside consultants, contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers on technically related matters.  Shall serve as technical reviewer on assigned projects
• Participate in project meetings including but not limited to: kickoff meetings, planning meetings, progress meetings, lessons learned meetings
• Identify risks and associated mitigation techniques on utility systems and equipment.  Develop a Site Risk Assessment to document all high-risk construction and commissioning activities and to formalize the processes of circuit isolation and restoration in a manner that ensures no unintended operations of station equipment and protection systems and personnel safety
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, and project completion reports and documentation that includes project progress, issues or problems, recommendations, test results and analyses
• Ensure proper project drawing management and general housekeeping is kept onsite at all times.  Ensure Working/Field Copy of project drawings updated continuously throughout the project to ensure they accurately reflect the as-left condition of the project at the end of each day
• Make certain all applicable tests and/or commissioning activities are performed on every piece of equipment or system in accordance with planning and project documents.  Make certain all test results are acceptable and permanently recorded, filed and distributed properly.  Execute tests and develop detailed test reports of various types of electrical equipment.  Review and approve detailed test reports of various types of electrical equipment
• Assist other engineers and technicians, as required, during commissioning and startup of systems and equipment
• Conduct TRC’s formal walkdown procedure prior to energizing any equipment
• Microprocessor Relays – Familiarity with Software, Settings and Logic Application and Testing (SEL, GE, ABB, ZIV, Alstom, Beckwith, NXTPhase).  Perform isolation, setpoint testing, advanced logic testing, scheme testing (reclosing, breaker failure, pilot scheme, end-to-end satellite)
• Electromechanical and Solid State Relays - Familiarity with Application and Testing Techniques, Literature (GE, ABB, Westinghouse, Basler).  Perform isolation, setpoint testing.
• Audio Tone Equipment - Setup, tune, program, audio tone equipment (Trench, RFL, Guard/Trip, FSK)
• Examples of Equipment to be tested – SF6/Oil/Vacuum Breakers, Circuit Switchers, Power Transformers, Capacitor Banks, Bus, CTs, PTs, CCVTs, Wave Traps, Disconnect Switches, Surge Arrestors, Regulators, Reclosers, Cables, DC Battery Banks, Grounding, Generators, Station Service Transformers, AC/DC Panels
• Examples of tests to be performed – SF6 Gas, Oil Sampling, Vacuum Bottle Integrity, Core-Ground Test, Insulation Resistance, Winding Resistance, Nitrogen System, Power Factor, Excitation, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis, Turns Ratio, Polarity, Dielectric Withstand, Motion Analysis, Operating Mechanism Inspection, Contact Resistance, Capacitance, Inductance, Impedance, Disconnect Jaw and Blade Alignment, Battery Strap and Cell Resistance/Specific Gravity/Load Tests

• Education and/or Experience – A minimum of 5+ years of testing & commissioning experience within electric utilities or complex commercial & industrial power plants performing the specific activities listed above (or an equivalent amount of combined education, training and experience which may include Journeyman Apprentice Electrician Training, US Army Prime Power School, US Navy Nuclear Electrician Program, etc.)
• Abilities to work cooperatively with others in a team environment as well as to work independently while maintaining a high level of initiative and self-motivation
• Intermediate knowledge of electrical protection systems, including relay communication; solid understanding of AC and DC schematics, wiring and interconnect drawings, one line and three line diagrams; Understanding design intent of all protection and control (P&C) circuits
• Analyze and effectively utilize drawings in the commissioning and/or testing process
• Advanced testing of medium and high voltage substation and power plant equipment.  Perform apparatus and protective relay testing and interpret test results with minimal supervision.  Advanced knowledge of and ability to learn test equipment specific software to accurately conduct and document test activities
• Testing and commissioning knowledge of substation utility protection and control circuits.  Perform commissioning activities and interpret results with minimal supervision.  Intermediate knowledge of and ability to learn commissioning methods to accurately conduct and document commissioning activities
• Utilize TRC’s Testing and Commissioning standard documentation policies including but not limited to: Testing and Commissioning Services folder, project specific ProjectWise filing procedures, onsite documentation record keeping and procedures, TRC’s documentation management system (ProjectWise), standard documentation (templates, planning, reporting, data sheets, test certification sheets, isolation plans, QA/QC forms, project closeout)
• Understand project requirements including scopes of work, budgets, schedules, specific client requirements, project deliverables, and project closeout
• Familiarity with Company’s drawing system, ANSI Standards, National Electric Safety Code, and the Company’s design and construction standards
• Availability: Must be available for out-of-town travel of up to several weeks at a time and be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, overtime holidays and night work; up to 80% travel
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills and be able to communicate and negotiate effectively
• Must have good PC skills and experience with Adobe and Microsoft programs
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent resident status required
• Valid USA driver’s license issued by state of residence and in good standing
• Physical demands include ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds of test equipment routinely. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

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TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.