Electrical Maintenance Technician 4 - Charlottesville, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician 4 to ensure the efficiency of critical electrical systems. The role involves maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety compliance for mission-critical operations. Candidates must have at least 8 years of relevant experience and hold a state-issued Journeyman License. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical maintenance or related field.
• Must hold a state issued Journeyman License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all electrical and mechanical equipment operate at peak efficiency.
• Interface with Onsite Engineering Operations and third-party vendors.
• Perform maintenance on critical data center systems.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Technical documentation

Collaboration with engineering teams

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dranetz

Fluke PQA

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician 4 - Charlottesville, VA

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Overview

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for mission critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. Our 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.

Clearance Requirement: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; minimum secret clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly Security Clearance required.

License/Certification Requirement: Applicants selected must hold a state issued Journeyman License.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the project site are operating at peak efficiency, including planned preventative maintenance, daily corrective work, and emergency response to emergent issues.
• Serve as an expert technical resource reporting to a program manager, interfacing with Onsite Engineering Operations (OEO) and third-party vendors. Maintain systems that support mission-critical operations with uptime targets above 99.999%.
• Render assistance in administration and regulation of the duties of junior technicians and provide oversight of contractors’ electrical duties.
• Analyze system requirements, research equipment and procedures, and recommend modifications. Install new units or replacement parts according to specifications and safety guidelines.
• Utilize safe working practices, apply lockout/tagout, MSDS, housekeeping, and related safety standards; perform administrative tasks as needed.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify malfunctioning electronic units, including circuit boards and sensing mechanisms.
• Perform maintenance, installations, and service repairs on critical data center systems and electrical equipment, using appropriate test equipment and logging activities in CMMS.
• Conduct daily facility walk-throughs documenting parameters (power availability, temperature, humidity, alarm status) and monitor BAS following site MOPs and SOPs.
• Manage mechanical and electrical systems in emergency situations (HVAC, power distribution, generator systems, UPS, DC power, fire and life safety).
• Identify required materials and parts, prepare cost estimates for procurement, and maintain relationships with major vendor accounts.
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee critical environment vendors during maintenance, emergency, and break/fix events to ensure safety and power continuity.
• Set up and operate electrical data capturing devices (e.g., Dranetz, Fluke PQA).
• Create and review MOPs and SOPs to ensure up-to-date techniques and safety guidelines.
• Document maintenance activities and generate reports; develop reliability reports to identify improvements and reduce downtime.
• Conduct training with junior technicians and other staff on electrical equipment and systems.
• Preventive maintenance: scheduled maintenance on electrical systems including generators, switchgear, UPS, transformers, and lighting.
• Troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems to minimize downtime.
• Safety Compliance: ensure all work complies with safety policies and industry standards.
• Equipment Testing: regularly test electrical equipment to ensure proper operation and regulatory compliance.
• Documentation: maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and repairs.
• Collaboration: work with other engineering teams to coordinate repairs, maintenance, and new installations.
• Emergency Response: respond to emergency calls to ensure continuous operation of critical systems.
• Training and Development: stay updated on electrical technologies and safety practices; participate in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 8+ years of experience.
• Clearance: minimum secret clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly Security Clearance.
• State issued Journeyman License.

Candidate Expectations

• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, floor plans, construction documents, safety requirements, OEM operating and maintenance instructions, job specifications, and MOPs.
• Organize safe maintenance practices, regulate and schedule planned and unplanned activities, and maintain records as required by regulations.
• Operate and inspect emergency power generation and reliability equipment; ensure maintenance aligns with MOPs and standards.
• Utilize hand tools and test equipment for maintenance and troubleshooting; perform preventive maintenance across electrical systems.
• Understand power density and HVAC capacity balance to meet availability targets.

We Offer An Excellent Benefits Package Including

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tution reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly; ability to work at various heights up to 60 feet and on ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
• Excellent balance, coordination, and mobility; ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively.

Location: Charlottesville, VA