Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. Our Service Division is seeking a Circuit Breaker Technician in Southeast Houston! Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. Four 10s Schedule: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Refurbish, rebuild, repair, & test various types of circuit breakers, contactors, grounding devices, and other electrical distribution equipment.

• Provide remote technical assistance to internal and external customers

• Maintain current Power DB Depot Repair database with detailed breaker test reports.

• Provide safe and clean working environment.

• Interpret Powell electrical schematics & wiring diagrams. Retrieve & print drawings from Powell database.

Relationships:

• Reporting to Breaker Center Manager

• Internal relationships include regular interaction with: Project Management, Sales, Field Service, & Quality Assurance

• External relationships include regular interaction with: Clients & Vendors

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Diploma is preferred.

• Minimum of 2 Years in a similar role

• Demonstrated understanding of basic electrical theory, safety, and applications

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills using Oracle, MS Outlook, Word & Excel

• Demonstrate proficiency using Power DB.

• Working knowledge with using the following test equipment: Hi-Potential Test Set, Insulation Resistance Test Set, DLRO, Multimeter, dial caliper, Time Travel Analyzer, Primary & Secondary Injection Test Sets.

• Must demonstrate working knowledge with the use of various hand tools and mechanical adaptability.

• Must have verbal and written communication skills.

• Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Proficiency in problem solving is a preferred.

• Willing to attend in-house and out-side training.

Working & Environmental Conditions

Working Environment:

The employee typically performs duties in a normal shop environment; there will be some work in a production environment and/or at customer sites for pickup and delivery. It is the policy of Powell Electrical Manufacturing Company to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms on a regular basis. Some of these objects may weigh up to 50 pounds. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

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.

*Posted position does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation.

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In our 70+ 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!

Powered by Innovation - Powell’s 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 of 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.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/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.