Breaker Shop Technician - Regina, Canada - Shermco Industries

Shermco Industries

Verified Company

Regina, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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About Shermco
Since 1974, Shermco has become North America's largest and fastest growing NETA-accredited electrical testing organization. Our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely.

Add to that our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical.

All done with an emphasis on safety and client service. That's why we sayif it's in the electrical power system, Shermco does it.

Backed by Gryphon Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management, Shermco is poised for the next decade and beyond.

BREAKER SHOP TECHNICIAN
Join the leader in electrical power system maintenance, repair, testing, engineering & training. We are seeking a Breaker Shop Technician to join our team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Responsibilities:

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Remanufacture, overhaul, rebuild, retrofit, troubleshoot, test, service, repair, teardown and assembly of breakers, contactors, panels, switchgear and electrical apparatus, including but not limited to:

Low, medium and high voltage circuit breakers, including but not limited to manufactures such as GE, Westinghouse, Powell, ABB, ITE, Eaton etc.*
Low, medium and high voltage switchgear*
Low, medium **and high voltage panels, MCC's, contactors, electrical apparatus and components

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General housekeeping duties including but not limited to sweeping, organizing, inventorying and maintaining workspace, breaker shop designated area and related assets.**-
Develop hands-on experience and proficiency through on-the-job and training and experience.**-
Perform all duties to a level of competency expected of a Breaker Shop Technician.**-
Perform other duties as assigned.**
Qualifications:

Requires a High School Diploma or GED, seeking one of the following certified trades

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Red Seal Interprovincial Journeyperson Electrician
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Red Seal Interprovincial Journeyperson Mechanic
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Red Seal Interprovincial Journeyperson Millwright
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Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
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Must have a valid driver's license and be able to maintain a clean abstract
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Must be physically fit to crawl, climb, stand, walk and lift up to 75 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations**-
Must be available to work out of town/travel overnight to jobs sites for onsite breaker testing and repair (10% or less of the time)
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Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays and nights
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The following are considered an asset:

Working knowledge of power systems, power circuit breakers and other switchgear apparatus

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480V to 15KV circuit breaker experience
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Testing skills and understand fundamental electrical and mechanical testing procedures**-
E
xperience reading and interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams
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Experience at correctly using tools and testing equipment including Megger, digital multimeter, Hi-Pot tester, primary and secondary injection set

E
xperience at an OEM breaker manufacturer

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Strong mechanical skills and experience desired such as industrial mechanical engines, pneumatics, hydraulics, or diesel equipment

Other Requirements:

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Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
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High level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism and accountability
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Analytical, time management, and logical decision-making capabilities
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Calm, positive attitude under pressure
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Strong communication skills
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Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
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An aptitude and willingness to learn and proven initiative

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

_Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace._
**_NO AGENCIES PLEASE_