Electrical Project Deployment Technician - UPS

Vertiv • Edison, NJ

20d • $76,201 - $104,826 • Onsite

About The Position

Vertiv is hiring a Project Deployment Technician for AC Power. The role performs technical start-up and commissioning of large, high-profile orders involving Uninterruptible Power Supplies and Switchgear. Technicians work independently on-site and report to a Supervisor, Site Leader, or Senior Project Start Up Engineer. Accelerated on-the-job training is provided, and typical projects last 6–12 months. The position involves approximately 80% travel in North America, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends, evenings, or holidays. On-call duties and emergency deployment may also be required.

The technician provides technical assistance to customers, performs scheduled maintenance, implements Field Change Notices, and keeps current with safety bulletins and service tips. The role also requires timely administrative reporting, maintaining inventory and company property, and following safety and fatigue-management policies. The position requires a valid driver's license and, for domestic air travel under applicable federal rules effective May 7, 2025, a valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative such as a passport. Candidates must pass a drug test, background check, and motor vehicle records check, and be at least 18 years old.

The role is full-time and offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401(k). Salary ranges vary by locality: $83,821–$104,826 in CA, NY, NJ, HI, and Washington; $76,201–$95,296 in OH, IL, MN, and VT; and $80,011–$100,061 in CO, CT, MA, and MD. Certain roles may also be eligible for merit increases, annual bonuses, stock, profit sharing, allowances, travel or car expenses, and sales incentives, subject to role and offer terms.

Requirements

• Technical or undergraduate degree, or equivalent industry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints.
• Familiarity with electrical/electronic test equipment.
• Solid foundation in Ohm's Law and electronic theory.
• Basic fix and repair techniques.
• Site evaluation skills, including environmental and operating-condition assessment.
• Troubleshooting ability.
• Mechanical aptitude and tool aptitude.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
• Smartphone proficiency, including apps and email.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass a drug test, background check, and motor vehicle records check.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• For domestic air travel associated with the position, a valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport, is required under the stated federal travel rules effective May 7, 2025.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment sponsorship is not provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical start-up and commissioning of orders involving Uninterruptible Power Supplies and Switchgear.
• Provide on-site and telephone technical assistance to customers.
• Perform scheduled maintenance according to company guidelines.
• Implement Field Change Notices.
• Stay current on Safety Bulletins and Service Tips.
• Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities.
• Make technical decisions under pressure.
• Meet on-site response-time requirements.
• Lead by example with professionalism.
• Submit timecards, expenses, mileage, and ticket closures in a timely manner.
• Maintain inventory and company property, including vehicle, laptop, phone, PPE, and test equipment.
• Follow published safety guidelines and PPE requirements.
• Report work-related incidents within 8 hours.
• Adhere to the Fatigue Management policy.
• Be available for possible on-call responsibilities and emergency deployment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Certain roles may be eligible for merit increases, annual bonus, stock, profit sharing, allowances, travel or car expenses, and sales incentives, subject to role and offer terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed