Battery Technician 3 - Washington, DC

M.C. Dean; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated technician to join their Critical Power department. This role involves maintaining and installing critical power equipment while ensuring safety and compliance with OEM standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to high-quality work. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and excel in a dynamic field. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in critical power systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Install battery systems and test circuit continuity.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems using test equipment.
• Travel up to 75% of the time for installations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Customer service

Problem solving

Time management

Oral communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Smart devices

Job description

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio visual, and IT systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.

Why join M.C. Dean? Our people are inspired by how engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.

The MC Dean Critical Power department provides our customers with safe and effective maintenance and installation of UPS, battery, and other critical power equipment. This position requires an individual keen on learning new applications, capable of critical thinking, customer service, and problem solving, as well as working independently after adequate training.

Responsibilities

1. Learn and understand topics including critical power and battery systems, LOTO, safety, and troubleshooting.
2. Install battery systems, take electrical readings, and test circuit continuity using appropriate equipment.
3. Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate causes of breakdowns and correct problems.
4. Generate tickets to ensure equipment maintenance and repair are completed according to OEM standards.
5. Travel up to 75% of the time.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or GED with 8+ years of experience.
2. Possession of an acceptable driving record, as the position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.

Candidate Expectations

• Experience with a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and workload.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
• Proficiency with smart devices (smartphones, tablets, etc.) and comfort using multiple web-based applications.
• Commitment to excellence and producing high-quality work.
• Reliability in reporting to work on time, collaborating with colleagues, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with customer service and satisfaction.
• NFPA 70e (current version).
• OSHA 10/30 certification.
• Battery OEM certification.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Military Reserve pay offset.
• Paid maternity leave.

Physical and Other Abilities

• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, following proper safety protocols.
• Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at various heights up to 60 feet, climbing and maintaining balance on scaffolds, lifts, and ladders.
• Perform physical tasks such as walking, climbing, lifting, and reaching overhead routinely.
• Good vision (corrected if necessary), color vision, hearing, and communication skills in English.
• Recognize potential problems without necessarily solving them.
• Apply general rules to specific problems and synthesize information to draw conclusions.
• See details at close range and understand spoken information.

Pay Range

USD $31.85 - USD $35.00 /Yr.