Job Description

Plans, coordinates, and conducts efforts necessary to perform a variety of tasks associated with testing power generation systems, to include operating and maintaining equipment. Devises approaches to accomplish work, resolve operational problems, and make decisions in situations where standard methods, procedures, and techniques may not be applicable. Duties and Responsibilities

* Works with engineers/testing personnel to set up tests that properly adhere to correct test operating procedures and military standards.
* Applies conventional engineering practices to analyze schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and parts lists. Examples of designs include detailed circuit diagrams, hardware fittings or test equipment.
* Conducts specific test or experimental procedures requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of electrical power generation and distribution test procedures; sets up and operates equipment; records data.
* Operates and transfers information from the data acquisition equipment in support of reliability and performance testing of electrical power generation and distribution equipment.
* Coordinates efforts necessary to ensure testing is accomplished in accordance with appropriate/approved test plans, manuals, policies, and regulations to achieve test objectives.
* Installs and operates sensitive data collection instrumentation, mobile power generation system devices, and maintains equipment necessary to collect, process, store or obtain test related data in accordance with appropriate test plans, manuals, policies, and regulations.
* Performs one or a combination of typical duties, such as proper power up/shut down of load bank operational procedures, set up of voltage and frequency configurations and fault resets, calculations of percentage loads at 25/50/75/100%, connecting 3 phase and single-phase power, and set up and conduct testing for 120/208 V and 416 V voltage ratings.
* Establishes circuit interrupter, maximum power, fuel consumption, and other specialized tests and processes the data in accordance with well-defined methods and designated formulas.
* Analyzes and presents various test data in accordance with established methods.
* Effectively operates power generation system computers, software, and other related technology.
* Identifies, documents, and communicates test related and/or abnormal conditions in an appropriate format and timely manner.
* Develops or reviews designs of test fixtures and/or components using sound technical principles.
* Troubleshoots and corrects malfunctions.
* Prepares all or portions of Job Hazard Analyses, Risk Assessments, Detailed Test Plans, and Final Reports for testing.

Qualifications

Pay Rate: $40.33/hour

Required Skills and Qualifications
* Must have 3 yr. of applicable experience or at least 60 credit hours or an Associate's Degree and 1 yr. of applicable experience; or 30 credit hours and 2 yrs. of applicable experience; or completion of a formal training program and 1 yr. of applicable experience.
* Shall possess basic computer skills.
* 80% of all levels combined shall possess a license to operate forklift(s) and other required support equipment.
* 50% of all levels combined shall possess Overhead Bridge Crane operator license.
* Shall possess Crane Car Operator license.
* 10% of all levels combined shall possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
* 50% of all levels combined shall be Respiratory Protection qualified, to include medical screening, fit checks, and Respiratory Protection Training, as dictated by Mission requirements.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

* The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment and sometimes in the field where you are subject to the environment.
* Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
* Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time.
* Must be capable of lifting 25 lbs. unassisted.
* Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
* Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements

* Must be a U.S. Citizen.
* Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
* Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.
* Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
* Must be able to successfully complete a background check.
* Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.

The above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Other Job Information

TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

TRAX International also encompasses affiliate subcontracts. All positions with TRAX can always be transferred to one of the subcontracts.