Testing Technician
OGE Energy
- Location
- Shawnee, OK, US, 74801
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 1 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
About this role
JOB INFORMATION
Job Title: Testing Technician II or Testing Technician I Job Code: 127981 or 127980 Job Grade: 41 or 39 JOB SUMMARY
We are hiring for a Testing Technician II or Testing Technician I based on candidates' qualifications. Performs Air Emission Compliance Testing and performance testing on Steam Turbines, Generators, Boilers and auxiliary equipment. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
Performs responsibilities with standardized processes. Works under general supervision. Resolves routine questions and problems using basic principles of field. Refers the more complex issues to higher levels. Generally follows established procedures to accomplish requirements of job. Some latitude for deviation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists entry level technicians. Performs general tasks of Air Emission Testing under the direction of a Qualified Individual as defined by ASTM-D7036. Responsible for properly operating and maintaining the laboratory standards to maintain NIST traceability. Responsible for the setup, calibration, quality assurance, and data collection and documentation for other testing to monitor and evaluate plant and/or system performance. Supports plant outages working as an instrument and controls technician with demonstrated ability to work independently. Completes and publishes calibration and testing reports for documentation purposes. Responsible for the setup and operation of performance testing equipment for the Process Engineering group, applying industry standards (e.g. ASME, ASTM, NFA, ISO, AGA,API, ISA) as applicable. Obtain primary authorized employee (PAE) certification under the lock out tag out procedure. All other duties as assigned.
Testing Technician II Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in any field and 3 years experience maintaining instrumentation and controls or testing; Or High School Diploma/GED and NICET level I or ISA level I certification and 3 years related I&C, industrial controls or equivalent military experience and completion of Field Testing Technician training program; Or Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e.Electronics, Engineering Technology, Power Plant Operations, etc.), Or High School Diploma/GED and prior military experience at the journey level or one enlistment completed with DD Form 214 – Discharge Papers and Separation Documents, Or High School Diploma/GED and 2 years journey level experience in a craft technical/mechanical role).
Testing Technician I Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in any field and 2 years experience maintaining instrumentation and controls or testing; Or High School Diploma/GED and NICET level I or ISA level I certification and 2 years related I&C, industrial controls or equivalent military experience and completion of Field Testing Technician training program; Or Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e.Electronics, Engineering Technology, Power Plant Operations, etc.), Or High School Diploma/GED and prior military experience at the journey level or one enlistment completed with DD Form 214 – Discharge Papers and Separation Documents, Or High School Diploma/GED and 2 years journey level experience in a craft technical/mechanical role). WORKING CONDITIONS
Ninety percent (90%) or more of time may be spent at customer sites and/or various company work locations (i.e. OG&E power plants, Wind generation facilities, Corporate Headquarters, Shawnee Service Center). Required frequent travel and overnight stays (i.e. 80 nights per year). Required to attend training at various locations (i.e. within Oklahoma and out of state). May be required to work in small, enclosed areas, and in dusty conditions. May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather. May be required to climb ladders and to work at heights up to 250 feet and work at high elevations for extended periods. May be required to lift fifty (50) pounds or greater. May be required