DC Power Level 4 Tech

Jobot; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays & PTO

Technical training & advancement

Job summary

Jobot is assisting a nationwide provider of critical power and infrastructure services seeking a Lead DC Power Installation Technician in Waipahu, HI. You will oversee complex installations, lead field crews, and manage customer relationships while ensuring safety and on-time delivery.

The role requires extensive travel (up to 80%), overtime as needed, and operating in data centers, utilities, and telecom environments. Company vehicle and full benefits accompany this permanent, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Five years of DC power installation or maintenance experience.
• Experience in critical environments (data centers, utilities, telecom).
• Ability to travel up to 80% and lead field crews.

Responsibilities

• Lead DC power installation projects from setup through customer acceptance.
• Supervise technicians and subcontractors across multiple sites.
• Perform DC power, battery, UPS, and basic AC wiring installations.
• Safely work on live power systems and lead maintenance windows.
• Review specifications, drawings, and installation packages.
• Provide daily project updates and maintain documentation.

Skills

DC power systems

Project leadership

Reading drawings

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fluke testing

Midtronics

Job description

DC Power Level 4 Tech

$43 - $47 per hour | Waipahu, HI | On-site | Permanent

Excellent compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth!

Our client is a nationwide provider of critical power and infrastructure services supporting data centers, telecommunications, utilities, manufacturing facilities, and other essential operations. They specialize in DC power systems, UPS equipment, batteries, electrical infrastructure, and field installation services. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced technician who can lead crews, manage complex installation projects, and serve as the primary customer contact at job sites.

Why join us?

Excellent compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth!

Job Details

We are working with a nationwide provider of critical power and infrastructure services seeking an experienced Lead DC Power Installation Technician. This position will oversee complex DC power installation projects, lead field crews, maintain customer relationships, and ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.

The role requires extensive travel between assigned locations, including overnight stays. Some projects may involve traveling during the week and returning home on weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead DC power installation projects from initial setup through customer acceptance.
• Supervise technicians and subcontractors across multiple job sites.
• Perform and oversee DC power, battery, UPS, and basic AC wiring installations.
• Safely perform work on or around live power systems.
• Lead hot cuts during scheduled maintenance windows.
• Review job specifications, electrical drawings, and installation packages.
• Prepare and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
• Conduct daily safety meetings and maintain a hazard-free job site.
• Perform cable, battery, and equipment testing using Fluke, Midtronics, and related tools.
• Track project progress, labor hours, expenses, materials, and tool requirements.
• Conduct quality inspections and resolve deficiencies before project completion.
• Provide daily project updates and documentation to management.
• Serve as the primary customer contact at the job site.
• Train and mentor junior installation technicians.
• Support preventive maintenance, equipment shutdowns, startups, and system acceptance testing.

Qualifications

• At least five years of DC power installation, maintenance, or repair experience.
• Experience working in central offices, telecommunications facilities, data centers, utilities, power plants, or similar critical environments.
• Previous experience leading installation crews or complex field projects.
• Strong understanding of DC power systems, batteries, UPS equipment, primary power, and AC/DC electrical theory.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, specifications, and installation packages.
• Experience preparing MOPs and completing job-site safety documentation.
• Knowledge of live-power safety procedures and industry standards.
• Strong customer service, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
• High school diploma or GED required. Electrical or electronics education is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain required credentials, including a TWIC card and DOT medical card.
• Ability to travel up to 80%, work overtime, and support occasional evening or weekend projects.
• Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including lifting equipment and working around high-voltage AC/DC systems.

Preferred Experience

• Level 3 or Level 4 DC power installation experience.
• UPS training involving Liebert, APC, Powerware, MGE, or similar systems.
• Experience with battery replacement, hot cuts, plant turn-up, and equipment commissioning.
• Familiarity with IEEE and telecommunications industry standards.
• Experience managing project scope changes, quality audits, and subcontractor work.

What Is Offered

• Competitive compensation with overtime and incentive potential.
• Company vehicle for assigned territories.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Technical training, mentoring, and advancement opportunities.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.