Switchgear Technician 3

Join a leading provider of mission-critical electrical services as a Critical Systems Switchgear Technician 3. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the reliability and performance of data center electrical systems. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and commissioning of power distribution equipment, supporting high-stakes environments where uptime is essential. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced electrical systems, collaborate with skilled professionals, and contribute to the success of major projects. If you are passionate about electrical systems and thrive in dynamic, technical environments, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Review technical specifications with sales and project management teams to define project scope for field operations.
• Collaborate with service teams to ensure compliance with project specifications and contractual commitments.
• Provide technical support for job-specific challenges and interface with factory representatives to resolve site-related issues.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on power distribution equipment.
• Create and maintain Method of Procedures (MOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) for critical power systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and service on contracted electrical gear and components.
• Install, service, and troubleshoot power distribution equipment, including low, medium, and high voltage switchgear, relay panels, transformers, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and circuit breakers.
• Examine relay settings and logic equations to confirm system operation aligns with design specifications.
• Provide regular status updates and feedback to project managers and service operations leadership.
• Prepare and submit site testing reports and inspection documentation as required by project specifications.
• Participate in specialized commissioning and testing of electrical systems.
• Travel to regional sites as directed for site visits, service calls, and onboarding training (approximately 30% travel, with potential for higher periods based on workload; initial two weeks of travel required for onboarding and safety training, with travel expenses covered).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Services Management.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; associate or bachelor’s degree in electronics, electrical theory, or a related discipline highly desirable, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of experience with mission-critical electrical systems required.
• 3-5 years of field repair or customer service experience with UPS, electrical, electro-mechanical, or electronics-related equipment, or 3-5 years of mission-critical product experience required.
• Experience with electrical power distribution equipment, including UPS, switchgear, batteries, monitoring equipment, and generators.
• Understanding of NETA standards, IEEE and NEMA specifications as they pertain to low and medium voltage switchgear.
• Hands-on experience with low and medium voltage switchgear, including disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, and testing.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Technical writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Project.
• Familiarity with specialized testing equipment and reporting software.
• Current NETA or NICET Level II or above certification required.
• NFPA 70E Low Voltage and High Voltage certification required.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% of the time, including initial onboarding travel.