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Switchgear Field Service Technician

Pkaza - Critical Facilities Recruiting

Job Location : Ashburn,VA, USA

Posted on : 2025-07-25T01:10:28Z

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Mission Critical Data Center Facilities Recruitment Advisor ([email protected] 973-###-####)

Switchgear Field Service Technician – Critical Facilities - Nationwide Travel

Multiple opportunities for both Senior and mid-level Switchgear Field Service Technicians. These openings are with a nationwide market leader of Power Distribution Solutions, specializing in Switchgear and Controls for mission-critical environments. This company provides customized solutions for Enterprise, Colocation, and Hyperscale Data Centers, ensuring reliability and uptime through Controls Integration, Power Distribution Solutions, and Switchgear Installations. Their services include Installations, Retrofits, Upgrades, Turnkey Electrical Solutions, and Preventive & Corrective Maintenance of UPS, Switchgear, Generators, and PLC Systems. This is an excellent career-growth opportunity to work on exciting projects with leading-edge technology and competitive compensation.

The Switchgear Field Service Technician will support mission-critical power distribution systems. This role involves commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, and providing emergency support for low and medium voltage switchgear, PLCs, generator controls, UPS systems, PDUs, ATS, STS, and power monitoring systems at data centers. The technician will spend approximately 70% of their time on new construction/startups and 30% on PMs, troubleshooting, and retrofits. The role requires strong field service experience, the ability to read one-line diagrams. Candidate will support both regional and nationwide projects across the U.S.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform start-ups, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting for low and medium voltage switchgear, generator controls, PLCs, UPS systems, and power distribution units.
  • Read, interpret, and update one-line diagrams and schematics to diagnose and resolve issues.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs), troubleshooting, and retrofits to optimize the performance and reliability of mission-critical power distribution systems.
  • Utilize electrical test equipment such as Voltmeter, Megger, Ammeter, Hi-Pot, and Ratiometer to diagnose system performance.
  • Work with generator control systems and power management strategies to ensure seamless operation.
  • Support and develop Methods of Procedures (MOPs) for testing, maintenance, and emergency responses.
  • Provide high-quality customer service, offering technical recommendations and guidance to clients.
  • Complete detailed Field Service Reports and ensure documentation is submitted in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate site activities with project managers, contractors, and customer representatives to maintain project schedules.
  • Maintain safety compliance by adhering to all OSHA and industry safety standards.
  • Travel nationwide as required for project assignments.
  • Provide documentation of HW, SW, and technical expertise while maintaining and cultivating customer relations

Qualifications:

  • Technical degree (DeVry, Lincoln Tech, etc.), Military Training, or certification in electrical engineering, power systems, or related field a plus
  • 3-6+ years of field service experience in electrical testing, commissioning, and maintenance of switchgear, generator controls, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting experience down to the component level on UPS, batteries, PDUs, STS, ATS, Switchgear, and Power Monitoring Systems.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting one-line diagrams and electrical schematics.
  • Experience with protective relays from manufacturers such as SEL, ABB, GE, Siemens is a plus.
  • Generator OEM factory training or experience working in the field with: Kohler, CAT, Cummins, Generac, a plus
  • Switchgear OEM factory training or experience working in the field with: Siemens, ABB, Mitsubishi, Eaton, Schneider, Fuji, a plus
  • UPS OEM factory training or experience working in the field with: Emerson / Liebert / Vertiv ; APC / MGE / Schneider , or Eaton / Powerware / PDI , a plus
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using CMMS or field service software.
  • Knowledge of general computer hardware & software applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong customer service abilities.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., perform bending/kneeling, and work in confined spaces when required.
  • Clean driving record and ability to travel nationwide for projects and emergency support.
  • Candidate must be willing to work nights & weekends when necessary / be on call when needed
  • Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.

Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: [email protected]

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-###-#### and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at,

If this job is not for you, feel free to forward this along. WE PAY FOR REFERRALS!!

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan

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Pkaza LLC is a third-party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by our employer that we represent and not by the candidate

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  • Seniority levelAssociate
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionQuality Assurance and Other
  • IndustriesElectric Power Generation and Facilities Services

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