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Breaker Technician

Powell Industries and Careers
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/27/2026

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. Our Service Division is seeking a Circuit Breaker Technician in Queen Creek, AZ! Four 10s Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

Position Summary

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Provide remote technical assistance and hands-on troubleshooting, repair, and testing of medium voltage electrical distribution equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Build, refurbish, rebuild, repair, & test various types of circuit breakers, contactors, grounding devices, and other electrical distribution equipment.
  • Refurbish previously sold equipment incorporating the latest design enhancements to increase mechanical and dielectric capabilities
  • Test the equipment per applicable IEEE/ANSI and Powell Factory Acceptance Testing Standards
  • Electrically and mechanically upgrade customer equipment to perform at ratings not previously purchased for such as changing control voltage, increasing continuous current ratings or adding under voltage or second trip devices.
  • Work with and provide remote technical assistance with internal and external customers to troubleshoot field orders.
  • Provide remote technical assistance to internal and external customers.
  • Incorporate current and future enhancements into older models of Powell equipment.
  • Provide safe and clean working environment.
  • Interpret Powell electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Retrieve and print drawings from Powell database.
  • Relationships
  • Reporting to Breaker Department Manager
  • Internal relationships include regular interaction with: Project Management, Sales, and Quality Assurance

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma is preferred.
  • Minimum of 4 Years in a similar role

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

  • Demonstrated understanding of basic electrical theory, safety, and applications.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills using Oracle, MS Outlook, Word & Excel
  • Working knowledge with using the following test equipment: Hi-Potential Test Set, Insulation Resistance Test Set, Multi-meter, dial caliper.
  • Must demonstrate working knowledge with the use of various hand tools and mechanical adaptability.
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in problem solving is a preferred.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.


In our 75 year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!
Powells culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.
Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

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