Electrical Equipment Technician

Electrical Equipment Technician (Trainee)

Location: Norfolk, VA

Job Type: 12 month initial contract

Schedule: 4×10s (Monday–Thursday)

Pay: $20-$30/hour W2

Travel: Within 1 hour of office

Work Environment: 85% field / 15% office; outdoor role in hot and cold weather

Job at a Glance

• 1-year assignment supporting installation, testing, analysis, and replacement of electrical equipment at substations.
• Local candidates only; travel required to various substations as needed.
• Requires a 2-year degree or military experience meeting the listed criteria.
• Work involves hands-on electrical and mechanical tasks in industrial field environments such as substations, shipyards, HVAC, paper mills, and similar settings.
• Role is well-suited to individuals with mechanical aptitude, adaptability, and foundational electrical theory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Participate in installation and commissioning of substation and generation equipment
• Assist in developing Human Performance work zone strategies and transformer processing procedures
• Help procure replacement parts and verify primary equipment operation per specifications
• Engage in acceptance testing of transformers, batteries, circuit breakers, CCVTs, PTs, capacitor banks, and FACTS devices
• Perform oil sampling, infrared thermography inspections, and vacuum bottle testing
• Support maintenance activities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Assist in troubleshooting, environmental compliance strategies, and corrective action activities
• Contribute during nuclear outages as needed and prepare Pre-Job Briefs
• Conduct environmental inspections and apply Cyber Security controls
• Complete all compliance paperwork and perform other assigned duties
• Travel to various substations as needed

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of substation equipment
• Knowledge of circuit analysis, AC/DC machinery, and power systems
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficient in computer applications
• Ability to use multimeters, read control drawings/schematics, and recognize electrical hazards
• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic AC/DC knowledge
• Working knowledge of electrical theory
• Adaptability

Required Experience

• 0–1 years of relevant experience
• Associate's degree or Advanced Post Secondary diploma (or military equivalent) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology, Mechatronic Technology, or a comparable field OR
• 5 years of military experience including at least 1 year of military technical training/education (including on-the-job training) in electrical theory, AC/DC circuits, basic electrical principles and calculations, Ohm's Law, fault isolation, and multimeter applications

Top 3 Required Skills – Entry Position

• Demonstrates a strong drive to acquire new knowledge and skills, showing initiative in professional development and adaptability in dynamic environments
• Reliable and consistent in meeting responsibilities, with an ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Skilled in clear and respectful communication, fostering understanding and alignment across teams and stakeholders

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to collaborate or work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams

Nice to Have

• Any type of electrical, mechanical, or electronics background
• Backgrounds that align well include: trade schooling, industrial environments, shipyard, paper mill, HVAC

About the Client

The team supports field operations involved in the installation, maintenance, testing, analysis, and commissioning of electrical equipment across various facilities. This trainee role is designed to build foundational technical experience and prepare candidates to support substation operations, equipment replacements, and compliance activities across field locations.