Data Center Power Technician
About The Position
The Critical Power Field Service Technician supports maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair of mission-critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, battery systems, and related electrical equipment. The role helps ensure uptime and reliability for customers in data centers, telecommunications, and other critical-facility environments. It requires hands-on technical expertise, customer service skills, and extensive travel to customer sites, including overnight travel. The technician works independently in the field and may respond to emergency service calls and provide on-call support. This is a contract-to-hire position based in West Chester, Ohio, and is described as hybrid. The stated pay range is $45.00–$60.00 per hour. The anticipated application deadline is November 9, 2026. The experience level is mid-level to senior-level, with five or more years preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 5 years of experience working with UPS systems, battery systems, critical power equipment, and electrical or electronic systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to pass background checks and drug screenings.
- Ability to lift equipment and work in industrial, data center, and customer-site environments.
- Willingness to travel extensively, including overnight travel.
Nice To Haves
- Electrical Technology degree or technical certification.
- Experience working in data center or mission-critical environments.
- Manufacturer training or certifications from Eaton, Vertiv (Liebert), Schneider Electric/APC, Mitsubishi (MEPPI), or Toshiba.
- Experience with commissioning, startup, and acceptance testing.
- Familiarity with VRLA, flooded-cell, and lithium-ion battery technologies.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on UPS systems, battery plants, and related critical power equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair power systems to ensure continuous operation and minimize downtime.
- Conduct startup, commissioning, acceptance testing, and field modifications of electrical infrastructure.
- Perform major and minor maintenance, including inspections, testing, diagnostics, and component replacement.
- Review alarms, operating logs, and system performance data to identify potential issues.
- Develop and follow Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and Scopes of Work (SOWs).
- Coordinate and oversee on-site testing and commissioning activities.
- Train customers and internal service technicians on equipment operation and maintenance best practices.
- Partner with technical support teams, engineers, and vendors to resolve equipment issues.
- Maintain accurate service documentation, reports, and maintenance records.
- Respond to emergency service calls and provide on-call support as needed.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through service and technical expertise.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, if eligible.
- Dental insurance, if eligible.
- Vision insurance, if eligible.
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
- 401(k) retirement plan, if eligible; pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions are available.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, if eligible.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
- Transportation benefits, if eligible.
- Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
- Time off or leave, which may include PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
