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# Lead Electrician (Data Center)

- **Company:** GTN LLC
- **Location:** Spartanburg, SC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Performance Tuning, High Performance Computing
- **Published:** July 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0def2ea94723295f

## About the Role

* 8+ years of experience with medium- and low-voltage electrical systems.
 * Strong knowledge of switchgear, UPS systems, generators, transformers, breakers, and protective relays.
 * Experience in data centers, critical facilities, power generation, utilities, or industrial environments.
 * Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
 * Proven leadership, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills in a 24/7 operational environment., * Experience in hyperscale data centers, HPC, semiconductor, utility, or power plant environments.
 * Familiarity with MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, CMMS, and mission-critical operations.
 * Experience with substations, on-site generation, SCADA, BMS, EPMS, or DCIM platforms.
 * Journeyman or Master Electrician license, NETA certification, or related electrical credentials.

## Description

Our client is seeking a Lead Electrician to oversee electrical operations within a large-scale, mission-critical data center. This role is responsible for the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of critical power infrastructure, including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, transformers, and MV/LV distribution systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong troubleshooting skills, a safety-first mindset, and experience in high-availability environments., * Lead electrical operations, maintenance, and reliability activities.

 * Troubleshoot and support critical power systems, including switchgear, UPS, generators, and distribution equipment.
 * Execute switching procedures, commissioning activities, and emergency response efforts.
 * Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, OSHA, LOTO, and site safety standards.
 * Mentor and train technicians while driving operational excellence.
 * Collaborate with operations, engineering, and facilities teams to optimize system performance.
 * Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.


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