Mission Critical Electrician

About this role

Join a team installing and maintaining mission critical power systems in data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You’ll work on medium- and high-voltage distribution, switchgear, standby/emergency systems, UPS, and associated controls where uptime is essential. This role requires hands-on installation, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance in strict safety and code-driven environments. Expect travel to client sites nationwide, rotating schedules, and on-call assignments for emergency response.

What you'll do

• • Install, commission, and maintain mission critical electrical distribution, switchgear, and transfer systems
• • Perform preventive maintenance and testing on UPS, generators, switchgear, and medium/high-voltage equipment
• • Read and interpret complex electrical drawings, schematics, and technical diagrams to execute work accurately
• • Troubleshoot electrical faults safely and efficiently, using meters, thermal imaging, and isolation techniques
• • Select, install and verify overcurrent devices, protective relays, and grounding systems
• • Coordinate with construction teams, project leads, and site operations to maintain uptime and meet schedule

What we're looking for

• • Proven experience working in data centers, mission critical facilities, or similar high-availability environments
• • Hands-on knowledge of medium and high voltage equipment and protective devices
• • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, single-line diagrams, and schematics
• • Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical systems, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance
• • Comfortable working on-call, nights or rotating shifts and traveling to job sites nationwide
• • Familiarity with voice, data and video cabling installation and integration with power systems

Qualifications

• • Journeyman electrician or equivalent trade certification; master/electrician license preferred where required
• • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• • NFPA 70E training and safe work practices for energized equipment
• • Experience or certification in medium/high-voltage work and testing (MV/HV)
• • NETA or similar commissioning/testing experience a plus
• • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening
• • English required; Spanish or other languages helpful for some sites

What we offer

• • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• • Paid time off and holiday schedules
• • 401(k) plan with employer match
• • Overtime pay for extended schedules and emergency callouts
• • Per diem and travel reimbursement when working off-site
• • Tool allowance and certification reimbursement

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