Job Description

Job Description

NETA ETT LEVEL 3 Electrical Testing Technician, Certified Technician Lead crews, own the results, and be the technical face of IXR on site.

EXPERIENCE:

5 years CERTIFICATION: ETT Level 3 REPORTS TO: Level 4 Technician / Operations Manager SCHEDULE: Extensive travel & outage work

ABOUT THE ROLE
IXR is hiring a fully qualified field technician to test independently, evaluate equipment condition, lead crews, and perform electrical power switching. You'll be accountable for the technical quality of your projects, serve as the on-site point of contact for clients, and develop the Level 1 and 2 technicians on your crew. This is a full-time opportunity, based out of Edmonton with frequent travel across Western Canada.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Safety leadership Own the tailboard and job hazard analysis for your work Establish and verify the electrically secure work condition Determine qualified-worker status and enforce NFPA 70E across the crew Investigate near-misses and report findings Testing and evaluation Perform the full range of acceptance and maintenance testing on MV/HV apparatus, protective relays, transformers, switchgear, cable, and rotating machinery Render pass, fail, or retest determinations against ANSI/NETA ATS and MTS Find root cause on anomalous results and recommend repair, replacement, or continued service Switching and commissioning Author, verify, and execute switching orders Lead commissioning sequences,



including functional performance testing Coordinate energization with the client, utility, and other trades Crew and project leadership Plan and scope jobs: labor, equipment, duration, and access Lead crews on site and manage daily execution Review, approve, and sign test reports Communicate findings and recommendations to clients Mentor junior technicians and deliver in-house training WHAT YOU BRING Current NETA ETT Level 3 certification About five years of electrical testing field experience Proven competence across medium-voltage apparatus and protection systems Proficient with advanced diagnostic equipment and relay test sets Strong technical writing and client communication skills Valid driver's license; extensive travel and outage work NICE TO HAVE Manufacturer certifications on major relay and breaker platforms Commissioning experience on large capital projects OSHA 30, first aid, CPR, AED, confined space, qualified rigger PHYSICAL DEMANDS Lift and carry up to 50 lb; climb ladders and work at height; confined space entry; outdoor work in all weather; extended standing and kneeling; color vision for wiring work. YOUR CAREER PATH AT IXR LEVEL 1: Trainee LEVEL 2: Certified Assistant LEVEL 3: THIS ROLE
- Certified Technician LEVEL 4: Senior Technician Ready to power what's next? Click APPLY today Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

📌 Electrical Testing Technician (Edmonton)
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📍 Edmonton