What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Technician position at L & S Electric, Inc.?
Brief Description
Test Technician - PCS
Responsibilities
Summary
Why L & S Electric?
We don’t just offer a job—we offer a future. At L&S Electric, we believe in rewarding our team with benefits that truly make a difference.
Your Benefits
L&S Electric is an AAP/EEO employer and uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment where everyone is treated equally.
Ready to Power Up Your Career?
At L&S Electric, you’re not just a number—you’re part of a legacy. Join a team that puts safety, integrity, and people first. Apply now and become part of a company that’s powering progress—one repair at a time.
Test Technician - PCS
Responsibilities
- Factory Acceptance Testing and Customer Witness Testing of L&S equipment including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and digital control systems.
- Determine test equipment requirements and coordinating availability.
- Prepare test area.
- Validate compliance of equipment to FAT documents, system engineering documents, L&S drawings, L&S Engineering practices & standards.
- Provide accurate and complete documentation and recordkeeping - QC drawings, FAT documents.
- Maintain schedule dates.
- Troubleshoot issues and communicating noncompliance’s and issues to the Materials Manager.
- Make Engineering Project Manager aware of commercial (scope, schedule, budget) issues.
- Daily and final clean-up of test area.
- Keep anticipated start date and work remaining on their assigned tasks up to date.
- Design, develop, test and start up projects as requested.
- Ensure effective information handoffs.
- Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
- Minimize rework and warranty on all projects.
- Perform FAT, installation supervision, SAT, customer training and system commissioning as requested.
- Respond in a timely manner to customer requirements for service.
- Support Engineering division as requested.
- Troubleshoot control, electrical and hydraulic equipment.
- Utilize electrical and hydraulic test equipment.
- Utilize L&S Electric ISO system to ensure quality products and services.
- Work effectively with all other project team members such as control, electrical, HMI and mechanical disciplines.
- Make suggestions for test area and process improvements.
- Support customer calls for assistance.
- Associates degree with 1 year of relevant experience with PLC based control systems.
- Travel in excess of 10% domestically and internationally.
- Ability to perform essential functions.
- Able to work for any employer in the United States.
- Ability to travel to Canada.
- Able to wear personal protective equipment (hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, etc.).
- Ability to use hand and power tools effectively.
- Possess strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
- Proficient use of personal computer, operating knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
- Shall sign L&S Electric confidentiality agreement.
- Valid driver’s license, able to be insured.
- Valid passport or ability to obtain one.
- Must be willing to work overtime, weekdays, and weekends to meet customer service requirements.
- Knowledge of equipment associated with Hydraulic Turbine Controls.
- Perform PLC and Ladder Logic programming.
- Perform design of control and hydraulic circuits.
- Previous experience working in and industrial test environment.
- Aerial work may sometimes be necessary.
- Core working hours start at 8AM unless prior approval given. Eight (8) working hours per day are required. Overtime requires prior approval.
- Environmental conditions vary from facility to facility (i.e. heat, noise).
- Occasional lifting of heavy objects.
- Uneven or slippery walking surfaces.
- Work from assigned L&S office unless prior approval given.
- Work is performed at the customer jobsite as well as at L&S Electric facilities.
Summary
Why L & S Electric?
We don’t just offer a job—we offer a future. At L&S Electric, we believe in rewarding our team with benefits that truly make a difference.
Your Benefits
- Health First: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Peace of Mind: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
- Financial Well-being: 401(k) with generous match.
- Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.
- Your Tools, On Us: Safety glasses and shoe programs.
- More Than a Paycheck: Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program at no cost.
- Our Story – L&S Electric
- Life at L&S Electric
L&S Electric is an AAP/EEO employer and uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment where everyone is treated equally.
Ready to Power Up Your Career?
At L&S Electric, you’re not just a number—you’re part of a legacy. Join a team that puts safety, integrity, and people first. Apply now and become part of a company that’s powering progress—one repair at a time.