Breaker Shop Technician
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$19 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Bay Minette, Alabama |
About this job
Power Solutions Group (a Sunbelt Solomon company) is a leading provider ofelectrical contracting, power distribution, and energy-focused service solutions for commercial and industrial clients. Known for our commitment to safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship, we support projects from initial design through installation and long-term maintenance. Our team takes pride in solving complex challenges, delivering dependable results, and building strong relationships with the customers and communities we serve.
A Breaker Shop Technician supports a NETA-accredited electrical testing operation by repairing, refurbishing, and testing low-, medium-, and high-voltage circuit breakers and related power distribution equipment. This role ensures every breaker leaving the shop meets ANSI/NETA ATS/MTS standards, performs reliably, and is safe for field deployment. The technician handles the full lifecycle of breaker service work: disassembly, inspection, mechanical repair, electrical testing, reassembly, and final quality verification. Success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, comfort with electrical test equipment, and a commitment to precision and safety.
Core Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical and electrical refurbishment of LV/MV/HV circuit breakers, including cleaning, part replacement, lubrication, and mechanism adjustments.
- Conduct diagnostic testing-contact resistance, insulation resistance, timing, Hi-Pot, and primary/secondary injection-and evaluate results against manufacturer tolerances and NETA standards.
- Document all work clearly and accurately for internal QA and customer reporting.
- Maintain a safe, organized shop environment and follow NFPA 70E and company safety procedures.
- Support field teams by preparing breakers and related equipment for deployment.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Hands-on mechanical experience
- Ability to read schematics and technical manuals.
- Familiarity with test equipment such as DLROs, Meggers, Dobles, and primary injection sets is valuable.
- Experience in a NETA environment or pursuit of NETA Level 1 or 2 certification is a strong plus