Experienced Critical Power Field Technician
Job Description
Benefits
Pearce Services in Richmond, VA offers an onsite role with a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your growth in critical power services.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts and an optional Health Savings Account
- Paid time off including vacation and holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Life insurance and tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional development
- Company provided vehicle, phone, and a laptop or tablet
- Tools and safety equipment supplied
Responsibilities
- Execute preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on UPS units, battery plants, DC power systems, PDUs, STS units, inverters, and related critical power equipment
- Diagnose electrical and control system faults using schematics, test gear, manufacturer documentation, and best-practice standards
- Install, commission, and replace UPS systems, battery strings, battery monitoring systems, maintenance bypass equipment, and associated power infrastructure
- Respond to emergency service requests and restore client systems while upholding safety and quality standards
- Perform battery testing, capacity testing, failure analysis, and lifecycle replacement services
- Document service activities through accurate service reports, maintenance records, and clear customer communications
- Build strong customer relationships through technical expertise, responsiveness, and reliable service delivery
- Mentor junior technicians and support field training by sharing troubleshooting approaches, safety practices, and technical knowledge
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, company safety procedures, and customer site requirements
- Support additional field service tasks as business and customer needs evolve
Requirements
- Military veterans with backgrounds in electronics, avionics, communications, radar, power generation, electrical maintenance, nuclear power, or related technical fields are encouraged to apply
- Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience servicing UPS systems, battery systems, DC power equipment, generators, switchgear, data center infrastructure, or other mission-critical electrical infrastructure
- Experience supporting equipment from manufacturers such as Eaton, Vertiv/Liebert, Schneider Electric/APC, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, ABB, or comparable critical power platforms is strongly preferred
- Solid understanding of AC and DC electrical theory, power distribution systems, and battery technologies
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
- Experience using multimeters, power quality analyzers, battery testing equipment, and other diagnostic tools
- Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and electronic system failures
- Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to explain technical findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and professional accountability
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the assigned service territory, including occasional overnight travel as required
Technologies
- Multimeters
- Power quality analyzers
- Battery testing equipment
- Battery monitoring systems
Physical and work environment
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and ability to meet company vehicle requirements
- Able to pass required pre-employment screenings, including drug screening and background checks where applicable
- Ability to lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds with or without assistance
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching, and working in confined or restricted areas
- Work safely around energized electrical equipment and within mission-critical customer environments
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods while maintaining safety and accuracy
- Capability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced field settings while upholding safety and quality standards
- Willingness to travel within the service territory, including overnight and multi-day trips; per diem provided for qualifying travel
- Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to customer emergencies as needed
- Ability to obtain and maintain Security Clearance for access to customer facilities such as data centers, telecommunications sites, healthcare facilities, industrial locations, and government installations