Acceptance HV/MV Testing Technician Level 1 – Travel Required

SOLV Energy

. Perform acceptance testing and commissioning of equipment in substations, BESS and PV facilities .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $106,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical testing and commissioning of equipment in substations, BESS, and PV facilities, while ensuring adherence to safety standards and effective communication with clients and team members. Proficient in preparing documentation and reports, and capable of operating electrical testing equipment in various environmental conditions.

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Electrical TestingSafety Regulations ComplianceTest Report DocumentationTransformer TestingCircuit Breaker Analysis

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Hard Skills

Electrical Equipment TroubleshootingTransformer Power Factor TestingCircuit Breaker Time/Travel AnalysisComputer-Controlled TestingTest Data Entry

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Test Report SoftwareElectrical Testing Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR/First Aid Training

Industry Keywords

NETA StandardsJob Safety AnalysisHigh Voltage WorkMedium Voltage Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform acceptance testing and commissioning of equipment in substations, BESS and PV facilities
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment
Ensure safe working environments through adherence to company and industry safety standards
Understand, follow, and communicate safety regulations and work procedures
Prepare timely and accurate documentation and required reports
Complete jobs with assistance from Technicians and Trainees
Assemble, write, and review complete test reports for performed or supervised work
Handle multiple jobs simultaneously
Communicate with clients, vendors, and teammates
Assess other technicians' safety and technical skill sets
Perform transformer power factor, excitation, short-circuit impedance, winding resistance, turns ratio, and load tap changer testing
Perform circuit breaker time/travel analysis, including test setup, execution, saving, printing, reviewing, and creating test plans
Test current transformers using computer-controlled test equipment
Perform computer-controlled transformer testing
Enter test data into test report software
Learn and perform testing of transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, contactors, motors, generators, current transformers, grounding systems, disconnect switches, and low/medium-voltage cables per NETA standards
Complete applicable solar work safety and technical training
Support staff development and training

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent
Ability to travel 75% of time
Demonstrated ability to recognize work hazards and mitigate using proper tools and procedures
Effective verbal and written English language communication skills
Effective organizational skills
Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
Ability to work on an “on call” basis, including weekends or after-hours situations
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle
CPR/First Aid training
Knowledge of Job Safety Analysis
Knowledge of Electrical Testing Standard Operating Procedures
Ability to learn and safely operate electrical testing equipment and computer-controlled test systems
Ability to enter test data into test report software
Ability to work near medium and high voltage
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future
Ability to meet physical demands, including frequent lifting of 50 or more lbs, climbing, stooping, standing, walking, and working in difficult-to-access locations
Ability to work in environments involving weather, vibration, dust, fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals, high noise, and moving machinery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Vacation, sick and holiday pay