Medium Voltage Technician at ARETUM Holdings LLC – Bethesda, Maryland

Installation Access Requirement: Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain access to a U.S. Army installation (base access) in accordance with applicable government/customer requirements. Secret clearance preferred.

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

Serves as a senior technical specialist responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of medium voltage electrical distribution systems supporting government and mission-critical operations. This role helps ensure reliable electrical power across maintenance shops, operational areas, support facilities, and other controlled-access environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, maintain, and troubleshoot medium voltage electrical distribution systems (1 kV to 35 kV) including switchgear, reclosers, transformers, protective devices, and control equipment.

• Perform medium voltage cable terminations, splicing, and stress cone installations in accordance with industry standards and applicable safety directives.

• Energize, de-energize, isolate, and ground medium voltage circuits following established switching procedures and safety protocols.

• Interpret electrical schematics, as-built drawings, one-line diagrams, and engineering specifications for facility distribution systems.

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on medium voltage protective devices and controls, including switches, breakers, reclosers, and relays, to ensure electrical system reliability.

• Coordinate with operations leadership and safety personnel to plan outages, switching orders, and electrical maintenance activities that impact mission operations.

• Maintain and update system test records, splicing documentation, and certification logs for all electrical tasks and inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Journeyman Lineman or appropriate electrical journeyman license in good standing.

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with medium voltage electrical work, including cable splicing/termination, switchgear, and distribution network operations.

• Proven cable splicing certifications for medium voltage terminations and splices.

• Experience with switches, reclosers, protective relays, and electrical distribution devices in industrial or military environments.

• Strong ability to read and apply technical publications, electrical codes, safety regulations, and engineering drawings.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain required installation/base access.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA-30, CPR/First Aid, and other safety certifications.

• Experience on military installations or in industrial, mission-critical, or secure government environments.

• Knowledge of federal and DoD electrical safety and facility standards.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship.

This is a contingent position, meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification.