Test Technician

ABM Industries Inc

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$55 Per Hour
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Aviation Industry, Clean Technologies, Commercial Real Estate, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Documentation, Driver's License, E Programming Language, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Distribution, Electrical Power Systems, Electrical Utility, Electricity, Electronics, Emergency Response, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities Engineering, Field Trials, Hazard Analysis, High School Diploma, Homeland Security, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Military, Military Industry, Military Operations, Motor Control Systems, National Electrical Code, OSHA, On Site Support, Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Real Estate, Reporting Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, System Operations, Technical Delivery, Test Equipment, Testing, Training Program, United States Military, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

ABM Industries is seeking a Test Technician II to join our Electrical Power Services team. This position performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and commissioning activities on electrical power distribution equipment in commercial, industrial, utility, and mission-critical environments. The Test Technician II is expected to perform routine testing and maintenance activities with limited supervision while supporting project execution, safety compliance, documentation, and customer service objectives. NETA certification is not required; however, candidates should possess the technical knowledge, field experience, and testing capabilities consistent with an intermediate-level electrical testing technician. This position provides a career path toward advanced testing, commissioning, and certification opportunities. Pay: $40.00-$55.00. The pay listed is the base hourly rate + plus available paid overtime. The pay listed is the salary range for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff &

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you'll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you're looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.

ABM directs all applicants to apply at www.abm.com/careers. ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes or submissions outside of this portal. Applicants should submit their application by clicking Apply Now.

For more information, visit www.abm.com

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.

  • Minimum 2-5 years of experience in electrical testing, field service, commissioning, industrial maintenance, electrical construction, utility operations, military electrical systems, or related power systems work.

  • Working knowledge of electrical theory, AC/DC systems, and power distribution equipment.

  • Experience performing testing, inspection, troubleshooting, or maintenance on electrical power equipment.

  • Ability to read and interpret:

  • One-line diagrams

  • Schematics

  • Wiring diagrams

  • Equipment manuals

  • Technical specifications

  • Knowledge of electrical safe work practices, including:

  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

  • OSHA requirements

  • NFPA 70E

  • Arc-flash and shock protection principles

  • Experience using electrical test instruments and diagnostic equipment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and electronic reporting systems.

  • Valid driver''s license and acceptable driving record.

  • Ability to travel up to 60% based on project requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Power Systems, Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.

Essential Functions

  • Perform acceptance, maintenance, and troubleshooting testing of electrical power distribution equipment.

  • Inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and document work on:

  • Low- and medium-voltage switchgear

  • Circuit breakers

  • Protective relays

  • Power and distribution transformers

  • Motor control centers

  • Automatic transfer switches

  • Power cables

  • Batteries and battery systems

  • Grounding systems

  • Metering and control equipment

  • Execute electrical tests in accordance with company procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable industry standards.

  • Set up, operate, and maintain electrical test equipment safely and accurately.

  • Analyze test results and identify abnormal conditions requiring corrective action.

  • Troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems to identify operational deficiencies.

  • Complete Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), arc-flash reviews, and pre-job safety planning activities.

  • Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and customer-specific safety requirements.

  • Prepare field reports, test documentation, and equipment records with accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Communicate findings, recommendations, and project status to supervisors, project managers, and customers.

  • Support emergency response, outage work, after-hours work, and scheduled shutdowns as required.

  • Mentor and assist entry-level technicians and field assistants.

Essential Functions

  • Perform acceptance, maintenance, and troubleshooting testing of electrical power distribution equipment.

  • Inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and document work on:

  • Low- and medium-voltage switchgear

  • Circuit breakers

  • Protective relays

  • Power and distribution transformers

  • Motor control centers

  • Automatic transfer switches

  • Power cables

  • Batteries and battery systems

  • Grounding systems

  • Metering and control equipment

  • Execute electrical tests in accordance with company procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable industry standards.

  • Set up, operate, and maintain electrical test equipment safely and accurately.

  • Analyze test results and identify abnormal conditions requiring corrective action.

  • Troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems to identify operational deficiencies.

  • Complete Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), arc-flash reviews, and pre-job safety planning activities.

  • Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and customer-specific safety requirements.

  • Prepare field reports, test documentation, and equipment records with accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Communicate findings, recommendations, and project status to supervisors, project managers, and customers.

  • Support emergency response, outage work, after-hours work, and scheduled shutdowns as required.

  • Mentor and assist entry-level technicians and field assistants.

About the Company

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ABM Industries Inc

ABM offers a wide variety of service-related positions, including electricians, HVAC technicians, security officers, parking attendants, and cleaning jobs. ABM cares about your success.

We provide training so that you learn new job skills and take pride in the quality service you're giving to clients. You'll look like the trained professional you are when you wear a ABM uniform.For your health and safety, we use non-toxic cleaning products and up-to-date equipment.

Our internal training program focuses on teaching you the skills and processes that have helped many of our employees starting out as a janitor, cashier, security officer or building engineer grow into various management roles throughout the company. These jobs aren't your everyday at ABM; they are careers.

Thousands of commercial, industrial, government and retail clients look to ABM for consistent quality service that meets their specialized facility service needs including commercial cleaning and maintenance, facility engineering, energy efficiency, parking and security services.

With fiscal 2011 revenues of approximately $4.2 billion and nearly 100,000 employees, our 300+ offices across the U.S. and various international locales enable us to provide custom facility solutions to sites of all sizes — from neighborhood banks and schools to the largest and most complex facilities, such as corporate office parks and major airports.

With more than 300+ offices located throughout the country, we are always accepting applications for janitorial maintenance, landscaping gardeners, security guards, parking attendants, shuttle drivers and building engineers.

ABM IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (MINORITY/FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABILITY)

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
FOUNDED
1909
WEBSITE
http://www.abm.com/