Entry-Level Electronics Technician (UPS Field Engineer)

Pearce Services•Fontana, CA

About The Position

Pearce is hiring an Entry-Level Electronics Technician (UPS Field Engineer) to support customers in Fontana, California, and the surrounding region. This is an entry-level opportunity for technical or career-school graduates, transitioning service members, and military veterans interested in a long-term career in critical power and field service. Previous UPS field-service experience is not required; Pearce provides classroom, safety, equipment, and hands-on field training under the guidance of experienced technicians. The technician will learn to inspect, maintain, test, troubleshoot, install, commission, and repair UPS systems, battery systems, DC power equipment, power distribution units, and related mission-critical equipment. These systems support data centers, telecommunications, healthcare, industrial, and government facilities. The role includes field travel, customer interaction, documentation, and following applicable safety procedures. Employees may participate in an on-call rotation after completing required training and demonstrating technical readiness.

Requirements

Basic understanding of electronics, electrical systems, AC/DC theory, mechanical systems, or electronic troubleshooting, gained through technical or career school, community college coursework, an apprenticeship or certificate program, military technical training, or hands-on work, laboratory, or field experience.
Ability to read or learn to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
Basic experience using hand tools and electronic test equipment, including a digital multimeter.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
Willingness to learn from experienced technicians, accept feedback, and complete required training.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
Professional communication and customer-service skills.
Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic service reports.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; ability to meet company vehicle requirements.
Willingness to travel throughout the assigned service territory, including occasional overnight travel.
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation after required training and demonstrating technical readiness.
Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings, including drug screening and background checks where applicable.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or move equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds, with or without assistance.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, and work in confined or restricted-access areas.
Ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment and in mission-critical customer environments.
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods while maintaining attention to detail and safety awareness.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced field environments while maintaining safety and quality.
Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and access to customer facilities, including data centers, telecommunications sites, healthcare facilities, industrial locations, and government installations.

Nice To Haves

A genuine interest in electronics, electrical systems, and hands-on troubleshooting.
A safety-first mindset and willingness to follow established procedures.
Curiosity and confidence asking questions while learning new equipment.
Dependability and professional accountability.
Ability to work effectively with experienced technicians and customers.
Willingness to continue learning as equipment, technology, and customer requirements change.
Interest in developing a long-term career in critical power, data centers, telecommunications, or other mission-critical industries.

Responsibilities

Complete company-provided classroom, safety, equipment, and hands-on field training.
Assist experienced technicians with preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs of UPS systems, battery plants, DC power systems, PDUs, inverters, and related equipment.
Learn to identify and troubleshoot electrical and electronic system faults using schematics, wiring diagrams, test equipment, and manufacturer documentation.
Support installation, commissioning, and replacement of UPS systems, batteries, battery monitoring systems, and related critical power equipment.
Perform visual inspections, collect equipment readings, document findings, and report potential problems to senior technicians.
Learn to use multimeters, battery testing equipment, and other electronic diagnostic tools safely and correctly.
Assist with battery testing and replacement, equipment cleaning, and routine maintenance.
Complete service reports, maintenance records, timekeeping, and other required documentation accurately.
Communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, dispatchers, and other field technicians.
Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, company safety procedures, and customer site requirements.
Maintain assigned tools, test equipment, safety gear, and company vehicles.
Participate in ongoing technical training and develop the ability to complete service assignments independently.
Support additional field service activities as business and customer needs evolve.
Travel throughout the assigned service territory, including overnight or multi-day travel as needed.
Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to customer emergencies when required, after training and technical readiness.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health and life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off, including paid vacation and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development courses and training
Flexible spending accounts
HSA option
Performance and referral bonuses may be available
Production incentives may be available
Tool/equipment and fuel stipends may be available
Company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet and necessary tools and safety equipment, as required for the role
Per diem for qualifying travel