Field Technician Data Centers

Lions Services, Inc.
Sterling, VA, United States
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$66,560.0 - $124,800.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Data Centers Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Diagnostic Tools Software Troubleshooting Process Control Systems

Job description

In this role, you will take on increasingly complex assignments and work with greater independence while supporting a wide range of power system equipment. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with electrical power systems, industrial controls, and field service operations, along with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Key ResponsibilitiesField Service Support

  • Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical systems and equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) switchgear, PLC controls, and related electrical infrastructure.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues on-site with minimal supervision, ensuring reliable system performance and minimizing customer downtime.
  • Conduct inspections, testing, and commissioning activities to verify proper operation and compliance with applicable industry standards.
  • Collaborate with senior technicians and engineers to address complex technical challenges and escalate issues when necessary.

Customer Interaction and Support

  • Serve as the primary customer contact during service visits, providing technical support and maintaining strong customer relationships.
  • Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and corrective actions clearly and professionally.
  • Prepare detailed service documentation, including troubleshooting reports, test results, maintenance records, and system performance assessments.

Operational Efficiency

  • Independently manage service assignments, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely completion of work.
  • Assist in coordinating service schedules to optimize resource utilization and reduce customer downtime.
  • Work with internal teams to ensure the availability of required parts, tools, and equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records related to service activities, inventory, labor hours, and equipment usage.
  • Utilize remote diagnostic tools to troubleshoot systems and provide technical support to field personnel when needed.

Health and Safety Compliance

  • Perform all work in accordance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable industry regulations.
  • Conduct site-specific safety assessments and identify potential hazards before beginning work.
  • Participate in safety meetings, briefings, and audits to promote a safe working environment.
  • Support and mentor less experienced technicians in safe work practices and compliance requirements.

Continuous Improvement

  • Stay current with industry technologies, products, and best practices related to electrical power systems and controls.
  • Identify opportunities to improve service quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical documentation, and service best practices.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
  • Technical certifications such as NFPA 70E, OSHA 30, or other relevant industry certifications are a plus.

Experience

  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience as a field service technician in power systems, electrical equipment, industrial controls, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing complex electrical systems and components.
  • Experience using field service management software is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, transformers, circuit breakers, LV/MV switchgear, and protective relay systems.

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Proficiency with electrical testing equipment, diagnostic software, and standard electrical tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including overnight stays.
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and customer satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems.
  • Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, and protective relay applications.

Travel Requirements

  • Frequent travel to customer sites and regional service locations.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and on-call schedules as required.
  • Flexibility to support extended shifts during commissioning, startup, and emergency service activities.

Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentGeneral Physical Demands

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8-12 hours per day).
  • Ability to bend, kneel, squat, crouch, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated work areas.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and industrial environments.

Lifting and Material Handling

  • Frequently lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds with assistance or mechanical aids.
  • Ability to push, pull, and maneuver equipment, cable reels, and testing devices.

Manual Dexterity and Tool Use

  • Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
  • Perform cable terminations, wiring tasks, and precision adjustments requiring strong hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
  • Ability to work while wearing gloves, arc-flash PPE, and other required protective equipment.

Vision and Hearing

  • Ability to read schematics, labels, gauges, and digital displays.
  • Ability to distinguish wire and cable colors.
  • Ability to hear alarms, equipment sounds, verbal instructions, and safety communications.

Work Environment Conditions

  • Exposure to energized and de-energized electrical systems.
  • Exposure to industrial environments, including noise, dust, dirt, and construction-related conditions.
  • Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including arc-flash suits, hard hats, safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, and fall-protection equipment.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid training
  • Fuel card
  • On-the-job training
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off, * 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Pay: $32.00 - $60.00 per hour, * 401(k)

  • Dental insurance
  • Fuel card
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid training

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