• Test Technician

    States Manufacturing (Champlin, MN)


    Test Technician

    Job Details

    Job Location

    CHAMPLIN, MN

    Secondary Job Location(s)

     

    Dayton, MN

    Position Type

    Full Time

     

    Salary Range

     

    $30.00 - $45.00 Hourly

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day

     

    Test Technician

     

    Come Learn and Grow with Us!

     

    Rooted in over a century of craftsmanship, States Manufacturing is building the future of American industry. Based in the Twin Cities north metro and now in our second century, we’re experiencing truly explosive growth as we deliver trusted electrical and metal solutions nationwide.

     

    We combine the stability of a well-established company with the energy of a startup—offering incredible opportunities for people who want to grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Intrigued? Let's talk!

    Job Summary

    You will be responsible for inspecting and testing equipment, working with engineers, assemblers, management for successful testing and troubleshooting and record-keeping of equipment and reporting on project status.

     

    Job Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Setup, testing and troubleshooting of NEMA low and medium voltage switchgear, ATS’s, circuit breakers, protective relays, and control systems.

    + Provide internal technical support to manufacturing, engineering and field service.

    + Troubleshoot and assist in configuration of control systems utilizing PLC/HMI control platforms.

    + Perform product testing and reporting and documenting of results.

    + Assist with redline drawing updates.

    + Develops and maintains effective working relationships with manufacturers and vendor representatives.

    + Projects a positive, professional image of the company in all communications with customers, vendors, and suppliers.

    + Stays current with product updates, equipment and technology, code changes, personal certifications and training.

    + Develops and delivers training on client applications.

    + Supports Factory Witness Testing with customers and suppliers.

    + Ensures equipment is safe to use, calibrated and properly configured.

     

    Required Skills and Experience

     

    + Experience or education in the electrical equipment industry and electrical equipment testing and troubleshooting.

    + Ability to learn, or experience with programming PLCs and HMIs.

    + Understanding of 3-phase power systems is preferred, including power distribution, AC/DC, Voltage Circuit Theory, generators, circuit protection and practical troubleshooting skill of this equipment.

    + Training in electrical theory and technologies. Understanding of low voltage and/or medium voltage electrical equipment is preferred.

    + Diesel Power generation related controls and experience, including parallel systems.

    + Background in electrical power including low voltage and medium voltage and experience with most types of switchgear testing.

    + Reading schematics and blueprints for power, control, automation, engineering and customer technical support.

    + Superior problem solving, project management and analytical skills.

    + Ability to work safely and diligently in a semi-autonomous environment.

    + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

     

    Additional Skills and Experience

     

    + This position requires the ability to sit, and bend or stand for extended periods of time.

    + Ability to operate testing equipment safely and effectively.

    + Must have the ability to work flexible hours.

     

    Benefits

     

    + PTO/ESST

    + Paid holidays

    + $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance

    + Paid Weekly

    + Vision and Dental Insurance

    + 401K / Life Insurance / STD