Circuit Breaker Technician

Shermco Industries

. Work on low- and medium-voltage circuit breakers from GE, Westinghouse, Powell, ABB, ITE, and other manufacturers .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeIrving • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $35 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting, rebuilding, and repairing low-, medium-, and high-voltage circuit breakers and switchgear. Proficient in using various testing equipment and interpreting electrical schematics, with a strong mechanical aptitude in industrial systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Circuit Breaker RepairSwitchgear TroubleshootingElectrical Testing ProceduresPEARL Breaker CertificationPower Systems Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Circuit Breaker ExperienceElectrical TestingMechanical SkillsReading SchematicsRebuilding Switchgear

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MeggerDigital MultimeterHi-Pot TesterOil Dielectric Strength TesterOscilloscope

Certifications & Qualifications

PEARL Breaker Certification

Industry Keywords

Low-Voltage SwitchgearMedium-Voltage SwitchgearHigh-Voltage SwitchgearPower Circuit BreakersElectrical Apparatus

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on low- and medium-voltage circuit breakers from GE, Westinghouse, Powell, ABB, ITE, and other manufacturers
Travel overnight occasionally to job sites for onsite breaker testing and repair
Troubleshoot, rebuild, retrofit, test, and repair low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear
Tear down and assemble breakers, contactors, related switchgear, and electrical apparatus
Work with high-voltage switchgear up to 3000A, SF-6 vacuum circuit breakers, ATS, 13.8kV/60Hz and 11kV/50Hz equipment
Work with medium-voltage switchgear up to 3100A, vacuum circuit breakers, ATS, 15.5kV, 4.16kV/60Hz and 6/6kV/50Hz equipment
Work with low-voltage switchgear up to 3000A, air circuit breakers, ATS, 480V/60Hz and 400V/50Hz equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED required
Electro-mechanical training from trade school, apprenticeship, or armed services preferred
Previous experience rebuilding, repairing, and retrofitting circuit breakers
480V to 15KV circuit breaker experience desired
PEARL breaker certification desirable
Testing skills and understanding of fundamental electrical and mechanical testing procedures preferred
Experience at an OEM breaker manufacturer is a plus
Strong mechanical skills; experience with industrial mechanical engines, pneumatics, hydraulics, or diesel equipment beneficial
Working knowledge of power systems, power circuit breakers, and switchgear apparatus desirable
Experience using Megger, digital multimeter, Hi-Pot tester, Oil Dielectric strength tester, multiamps relay tester, primary and secondary injection set, cable fault detector, and oscilloscope desirable
Experience reading and interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams preferred
Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests
Must pass an acceptable criminal background check
Must be physically fit to crawl, climb, stand, walk, and lift up to 75 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations
Must pass a fit-for-duty physical exam
Valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record
Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, occasional weekends, holidays, and nights
Must not currently or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.
Must read, write, and speak English fluently
Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime opportunities
Occasional travel opportunities
Equal opportunity employment
Drug-free workplace