ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician
Job Summary
Field Engineer Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV)
Company: ERS
Location: Boise ID
Travel: Up to 75% (regional and national project assignments)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Up to $110/hour
What We Offer Best-in-Market Benefit Details
| Base Compensation | Up to $110/hour based on certification level and experience |
| Overtime & Double-Time | Aggressive OT policies; top performers exceed $200K total annually |
| Signing Bonus | Up to $10000 based on certification level |
| Company Vehicle | Ford F150 with fuel card fully maintained |
| Per Diem | Generous daily rate for out-of-town assignments travel bonus program |
| NETA Level-Up Bonus | Cash bonus for every certification level advancement |
| Retirement | 401(k) with profit sharing |
| Medical | Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage |
| Tools & Equipment | All PPE test equipment smartphone and laptop provided |
| Professional Development | Full certification reimbursement tuition reimbursement for continuing education |
| Career Progression | Clear pathways from Field Engineer Technical Lead Services Manager |
| Referral Bonuses | $7500 for successful NETA-certified referrals |
| PTO | Flexible paid time off and holiday schedule |
As a NETA founding company with roots dating back to 1967 Vertivs Electrical Reliability Services (ERS) and High Voltage Maintenance (HVM) divisions are where the industrys best technicians build careers not just take jobs. You wont be a number here. Youll be an elite specialist solving complex problems for the worlds most critical infrastructure including hyperscale data centers healthcare systems and utility networks powering the AI revolution.
We know your worth. The market for NETA Level III/IV certified professionals has never been tighter and weve built a compensation and benefits package that reflects that reality.
What Youll Do
- Perform acceptance commissioning and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV
- Conduct power system studies including short circuit coordination arc flash and power quality analysis
- Test and calibrate protective relays (electromechanical solid-state and microprocessor-based)
- Perform insulation resistance power factor and contact resistance testing on transformers switchgear cables and circuit breakers
- Interpret and analyze test results; author comprehensive engineering reports with findings and recommendations
- Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions
- Mentor and train Level I/II technicians in the field
- Serve as technical lead on multi-discipline project teams
- Maintain compliance with NETA MTS/ATS standards NFPA 70E and OSHA safety requirements
What youll bring
Required:
- NETA Level III or Level IV Certification (current and in good standing)
- 7 years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environments
- Expert knowledge of NETA MTS and ATS standards
- Proficiency with test equipment: Doble Megger Omicron Dranetz SKF and equivalent
- Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination
- Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams three-line diagrams schematics and P&IDs
- Valid drivers license with clean driving record
- Willingness to travel regionally (up to 75%)
Preferred:
- NETA Level IV Certification
- NICET Certification
- Experience with SF6 breaker maintenance
- Power systems engineering or related degree
- Prior leadership/supervisory experience on testing projects
- Experience in data center utility or industrial critical power environments
The successful candidate will embrace Vertivs Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- High-Performance Culture
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
- Own It
- Act With Urgency
- Foster a Customer-First Mindset
- Think Big and Execute
- Lead by Example
- Drive Continuous Improvement
- Learn and Seek Out Development
At Vertiv we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring terms of employment mobility training compensation and occupational health without discrimination as to age race color religion creed sex pregnancy status (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) marital status sexual orientation gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes) genetic information citizenship status national origin protected veteran status political affiliation or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position you can request help by sending an email to. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role please visit the companys career page located on Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E F-1 H-1 H-2 L B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
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About Company
Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need s ... View more