Senior Electrical Testing Technician III

About the Role

Bopat Electric, part of BCES Global, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Testing Technician III to join our growing Power Services Division. This role involves leading testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical reliability projects while mentoring junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform and lead acceptance testing, maintenance testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical reliability projects.
• Lead field crews performing work on low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical power systems.
• Test and evaluate switchgear, switchboards, transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, cables, grounding systems, automatic transfer switches, generators, motor control equipment, and related electrical apparatus.
• Perform and direct primary and secondary injection testing, relay testing, transformer testing, breaker testing, and commissioning activities.
• Evaluate test results, identify deficiencies, troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, and make technical recommendations.
• Review drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, and project documentation prior to field execution.
• Prepare complete technical reports, test documentation, deficiency logs, and customer deliverables.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, project managers, and field personnel while maintaining the highest safety standards.
• Mentor and develop junior testing technicians while helping build a strong technical team.

Qualifications

• NETA Level III, NICET Electrical Power Testing Level III, or equivalent electrical power systems testing experience.
• Five or more years of electrical testing, commissioning, or power systems field experience.
• Proven ability to independently perform and lead electrical testing and commissioning projects.
• Experience with low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical distribution equipment.
• Experience performing protective relay testing, primary and secondary injection testing, transformer testing, and breaker testing.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and safe switching practices.
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as Omicron, Doble, Megger, Vanguard, Manta, ETI, Phenix, High Voltage Inc., or similar platforms is preferred.
• Strong leadership, customer communication, and technical documentation skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including overnight travel.

Benefits

• 401K with 7% (US) / 5% RRSP (CA) matching and immediate vesting
• 100% employer-paid benefits
• Paid PTO
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Travel and relocation opportunities throughout the larger organization
• Company-provided test equipment, PPE, specialized tools, and safety resources
• Paid travel, lodging, and per diem for qualifying overnight assignments
• Potential sign-on or relocation assistance for exceptional candidates

Pay

Competitive hourly pay: $54–$68/hour (based on experience, certification, and qualifications)

Why Choose Us

• Join a growing Power Services Division with opportunities to help shape and build the team.
• Lead testing, commissioning, and electrical reliability projects across healthcare, government, industrial, commercial, data center, and mission-critical facilities.
• Work with advanced electrical testing equipment and industry-leading technology.
• Opportunities to mentor technicians, lead projects, and grow into senior technical leadership roles.

At Bopat Electric, you'll do more than perform electrical testing—you'll help lead the growth of our Power Services Division. You'll work on critical electrical infrastructure, mentor the next generation of technicians, and help deliver safe, reliable power systems for some of the region's most demanding facilities.