senior electrical tester

Senior Electrical Tester

Location: Colorado-based is preferred, however the Electrical Tester position can be located at other CLP Engineering locations, or remote in a state where CLP Engineering is registered.

CLP Engineering (CLPE) is seeking a Senior Electrical Tester to join our Testing Team to perform mid/entry level inspections, testing, and maintaining electrical power equipment; Seeking a candidate with 5+ years of experience who is available for up to 75% travel. Due to the nature of our work as a Federal Contractor, candidates must be a US Citizen.

CLPE is a full-service electric utility solutions engineering firm with more than twenty years' experience in electrical utility system ownership, upgrades, maintenance and operations through our sister company, City Light & Power. CLPE offers a wide range of power system engineering services to investor-owned, municipal, cooperative, government, industrial, and commercial customers.

The Senior Electrical Tester will inspect, test, and maintain High, Medium, and Low electrical power equipment. Testers will work with electrical equipment, such as SF6 & vacuum circuit breakers, pad mount transformers/GSU transformers, grounding, instrument transformers, and variance of switches both manual and motor operated.

City Light & Power/CLP Engineering has been recognized by The Denver Post as one of the top workplaces for 2025

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create plans for testing apparatus.
• Understand the theory behind and reason for testing with the ability to analyze results.
• Instrument transformer tests such as CT's/PT's/CCVT's/MU's
• Power transformer testing – Power Factor, TTR, Insulation Resistance, etc.
• Cable testing – VLF/TD/PD
• Automatic transfer switch testing & troubleshooting
• Low, Medium and High voltage switchgear, SF6 and vacuum circuit breaker testing
• Moderately complex relay calibration and power metering.
• Ability to perform complex troubleshooting
• Consult manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering personnel in order to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
• Prepare and maintain reports detailing all tests, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Knowledge and understanding of practical application of electrical theory and hazards in order to perform the job requirements successfully and safely.
• Interact positively with customers.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor Degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or related field, or previous military experience preferred.
• Minimum of five (5+) years of relevant testing experience with:
• Prescence of Voltage Verification
• Contact Resistance
• Insulation Resistance
• Test Equipment Set Up
• One-line Drawings
• NETA or NICET Certification (III or IV) or similar desired
• Must have good PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel. Experience with PowerDB a plus.·
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
• Prefer OSHA 10 or 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Available to work overtime hours and travel to the field for extended time periods.
• Able to work well both independently and as a contributing team member.

Other Requirements:

• You must be a US Citizen.
• You will be required to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance.
• A valid driver's license with a record that meets the CLP Fleet Policy is required.

Travel:

• Up to 75% travel.

Benefits & Compensation:

• CLPE offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.
• Hourly payrate range: $45.00-$75.00 based on experience, plus eligible to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan.
• We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex.

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We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This is a remote position.