Switchgear Technician – REAMCOPosition Overview
REAMCO is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Switchgear Technician to join our growing team. This role is responsible for the assembly, testing, installation support, troubleshooting, and servicing of low- and medium-voltage switchgear and power distribution equipment. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service.
As a U.S.-based manufacturer of custom-engineered electrical power distribution equipment, REAMCO provides innovative solutions to utilities, industrial facilities, renewable energy projects, commercial customers, and EPC contractors. Our technicians play a critical role in ensuring every piece of equipment meets the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, control panels, and related electrical equipment.
- Perform electrical testing, including insulation resistance, continuity, contact resistance, functional, and operational testing using industry-standard test equipment.
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line drawings, and engineering documentation to ensure accurate assembly and troubleshooting.
- Install, terminate, and verify control wiring, power wiring, bus systems, protective relays, meters, and auxiliary devices.
- Perform quality inspections throughout the manufacturing and testing process to ensure compliance with company standards and customer specifications.
- Assist with factory acceptance testing (FAT) and support customer witness testing when required.
- Diagnose equipment issues and perform corrective actions both in the factory and, when required, at customer job sites.
- Document testing results, inspections, repairs, and service activities accurately for quality assurance and customer records.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing processes.
- Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Travel occasionally to customer locations for startup assistance, field service, commissioning, or warranty support.
Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 3+ years of experience assembling, testing, servicing, or troubleshooting electrical switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers (MCCs), or power distribution equipment.
- Strong understanding of electrical theory, three-phase power systems, and low- and medium-voltage equipment.
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
- Proficient with electrical testing instruments including multimeters, megohmmeters (meggers), clamp meters, and other diagnostic equipment.
- Knowledge of protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, metering equipment, and power distribution systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with UL standards, NEC requirements, and electrical manufacturing best practices.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools and power tools.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for field service assignments.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Eaton, Siemens, ABB, Schneider Electric, Powell, or similar switchgear products.
- Experience with protective relay testing and commissioning.
- NETA, NICET, or equivalent electrical testing certifications.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
- Forklift and overhead crane experience.
Why Join REAMCO?
At REAMCO, you'll be part of a team that designs and manufactures reliable power distribution solutions for critical infrastructure across North America. We value craftsmanship, innovation, integrity, and teamwork while providing opportunities for professional growth in the electrical power industry.
If you're passionate about electrical systems, take pride in producing quality work, and want to help build the next generation of power distribution equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
