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Circuit Breaker Technician

Norfolk, Virginia

Job ID 16157
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Job Title: Circuit Breaker Technician (Field Tech)

Job Code: 16157

Job Location: Norfolk, VA (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 1st Shift M-F 5/8

Job Description:

The Circuit Breaker Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting AQB and ACB type circuit breakers. This position will make necessary connections, operate breakers, and switchboard modifications.

Essential Functions:

  • Troubleshoot AQB & ACB type circuit breakers, including SPD, ITE, GE, Westinghouse, Cutler Hammer, ABB, Whipp & Bourne, switchgear equipment, and current transducers.
  • Perform teardown and assembly of breakers, bus work and associated electrical and mechanical components.
  • Conduct various electrical tests using the following equipment - multimeter, megger, hipot, millivolt, and current injection set.
  • Read and interpret schematic diagrams, drawings, specification sheets, work instructions & procedures.
  • Make necessary connections, operate breakers, and switchboard modifications.
  • Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance.
  • Position requires standing for long periods and being able to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Requires highly developed job knowledge and skills typically obtained through a combination of education and experience.
    • High School Diploma or equivalent with eight (8) years of prior Circuit Breaker experience to include three (3) years of rebuilding, repairing, and retrofitting breakers.
    • 2 years post-secondary/associates degree with four (4) years of prior Circuit Breaker experience to include three (3) years of rebuilding, repairing, and retrofitting breakers.
  • Must be a US Citizen. 

Preferred Skills:

  • Three (3) years of 120V-416V of shipboard electrical Experience and use of hand tools.

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Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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