UPS Technician- Data Center

Superior Skilled Trades
Shreveport, LA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Part-time / full-time
Compensation
$93,600.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Applicant Tracking Systems Data Centers Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Verification and Validation (Software) Systems Integration

Job description

We are seeking a skilled UPS / Data Center Power Technician with strong commissioning experience to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair critical power systems supporting mission-critical data center operations. Commissioning experience is required for this role.

UPS / Data Center Power Technician Responsibilities:

  • Install, commission, and start up UPS systems, battery systems, PDUs, switchgear, ATS, and static transfer switches during new builds and system upgrades
  • Perform full commissioning of critical power systems including functional testing, system verification, and startup validation
  • Execute preventive maintenance on UPS systems, battery banks (VRLA and lithium-ion), PDUs, switchgear, generators, and related infrastructure
  • Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults in three-phase power systems, control circuits, and power electronics
  • Conduct commissioning-level load bank testing, battery testing, infrared thermography scans, and power quality analysis
  • Respond to emergency service calls, system failures, and commissioning punch-list items to restore or verify system operation
  • Interpret one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and commissioning documentation to support installation and startup activities
  • Support data center commissioning projects, system integration, and infrastructure expansions in live environments
  • Ensure all commissioning activities meet NFPA 70E, OSHA, manufacturer specifications, and site commissioning standards
  • Complete detailed commissioning reports, service documentation, test results, and maintenance logs
  • Utilize electrical testing equipment including multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and power analyzers during commissioning and troubleshooting
  • Work with UPS systems including Schneider Electric, Vertiv, Eaton, and Mitsubishi Electric platforms
  • Verify operation of switchgear, PDUs, ATS, generators, SCADA systems, and power monitoring equipment during commissioning phases
  • Ensure continuous uptime and proper startup validation of mission-critical electrical systems in data center environments

Requirements

Do you have experience in Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)?, * Strong commissioning experience with UPS systems, battery systems, and critical power infrastructure (REQUIRED)

  • Background in electrical, electronics, industrial power systems, or military power-generation experience
  • Experience with three-phase power systems and critical electrical distribution
  • Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, and commissioning documents
  • Skilled in troubleshooting electrical systems, controls, and power electronics
  • Experience with load bank testing, battery systems, and infrared thermography preferred
  • NFPA 70E, OSHA 10/30, or NETA certifications preferred
  • Must be physically able to perform hands-on electrical work, including lifting up to 50 lbs and working at heights
  • Must have reliable transportation and standard electrical hand tools
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
  • Must be able to work in full PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, * Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

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