Electric Testing Technician in Aiken, SC

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Job Overview

Impulse and 60 Hz electric testing of lightning arresters on an as needed basis. Performs equipment calibrations on test equipment. Recording of test results and filling out test reports.

Understanding & respect for very high voltages & high energy storage for both personal & equipment safety.

Understanding of grounding practices & principles.

Basic understanding of electric & magnetic fields & their effects on EMI and signals.

Understanding of Voltage, Current, Resistance, Passive Energy Storage & their relationships.

Understands & practices electrical safety rules & concepts

A Day In The Life

Ability to use Excel for recording data, generating test reports, & general data storage.

Will be moving heavy objects with the aid of dollies & hand trucks. Use of short ladders/moving stairs.

Must not have an aversion to working in a hot and dirty environment

Physically able to meet all requirements for Impulse & 60 Hz Test Cages.

Must have interpersonal skills, be flexible, adaptable, self-directed, & assertive

Responsible for troubleshooting all faults/system issues

Report any problems/issues to the Supervisor.

Other duties as required by the Management

Complete Excel test with at least 70%

What will help you thrive in this role?

Fluent in basic electrical concepts:

Ability to use an oscilloscope & digital multimeter.

Understanding of the basic characteristics of MOV materials is a plus.

Demonstrated ability with Algebra, basic Calculus a plus.

Mechanical aptitude a plus.

Fluent with Microsoft Windows & using network storage.

File management skills & understanding of directory structures.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions 

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.