Test Technician 3 - High Voltage

Job DescriptionTitle: Electrical Test Technician Location: West Columbia, SC Hire Type: Contract to Hire Shift: 1st Shift Pay: $26/hr - $30/hr DOE Benefits: Insurance (Health, Medical, Dental), Paid Holidays, PTO, and More! The Electrical Test Technician is responsible for performing high-voltage electrical testing, wiring validation, and system verification on power distribution equipment. This role supports production and quality operations by ensuring assemblies meet safety, engineering, and customer specifications. This position involves high voltage systems and more advanced testing responsibilities. Job Duties: Perform electrical testing on high-voltage power distribution systems and assemblies. Conduct tap-offs and wiring verification according to engineering drawings and specifications. Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams. Verify assemblies meet safety, quality, and customer standards. Document test procedures, results, and quality records accurately. Ensure compliance with all workplace safety requirements and best practices. Support production ramp-up efforts as shifts and workloads expand. Troubleshoot basic electrical issues. Assist in mentoring and training less experienced technicians. Qualifications: Technical school graduate or entry-level electrical experience with strong willingness to learn. Prior experience in electrical testing or wiring; high-voltage systems preferred; strong troubleshooting ability and safety focus. Able to work independently with moderate supervision. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Experience with power distribution, switchgear, or similar equipment preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards. #Pro1 Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national originMeet Your RecruiterEmmanuel Forney Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.

Created: 2026-03-04