What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medium Voltage & Electrical Testing position at ppcpartners?
Pieper Electric is a full‑service electrical, mechanical,
and automation contractor. With a strong reputation for quality, safety, and
innovation, we pride ourselves on a “people first” culture and delivering
excellence in every project.
Role Overview
Pieper Electric is seeking a Union Electrician with
expertise in medium voltage systems to join our team to . This role will focus on
the installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium voltage
distribution equipment across Southern WI and Northern IL. Experience with NETA standards and testing is strongly
preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of medium voltage electrical systems (e.g. switchgear, transformers, cables, relays, protective devices)
- Conduct test procedures (acceptance, maintenance, diagnostic) and document results
- Utilize testing instruments (e.g. Megger, Hipot, TTR, relay test sets, VLF, primary/secondary injection)
- Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, one‑lines, and single/double line drawings
- Lead safe switching, grounding, lockout/tagout, and hazard mitigation procedures (including arc flash safety)
- Diagnose faults, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective measures
- Mentor or supervise junior electricians or apprentices as needed
- Prepare detailed test reports, summarize anomalies, deviations, and action plans
- Assist with outage planning, commissioning, startup, and punch list remediation
- Coordinate with other trades, project managers, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution
- Maintain, calibrate, and verify accuracy of tools and test equipment
- Participate in emergency response or on‑call rotations as required by project demands