Electrical Project Deployment Technician - UPS

Vertiv Co; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Project Deployment Technician - AC Power to perform technical start-up and commissioning of large, high-profile UPS and switchgear orders on site across North America. You will work independently reporting to the Supervisor or Senior Project Start Up Engineer and participate in accelerated on-the-job training; typical projects last 6–12 months.

Responsibilities include on-site and phone technical support, scheduled maintenance, field change notices, safety compliance and

Qualifications

• Technical/Undergraduate Degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience reading electrical diagrams and using test equipment.
• Solid understanding of Ohm's Law and electrical theory.

Responsibilities

• On-site and phone technical assistance to customers.
• Scheduled maintenance per company guidelines and safety rules.
• Implement Field Change Notices and report promptly.
• Maintain inventory, timecards, expenses and ticket closures.

Skills

Electrical diagrams & blueprints

Electrical test equipment

Ohm's law basics

Repair basics

Site evaluation

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Technical/Undergraduate Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Email & collaboration tools

Job description

Job Description

Project Deployment Technician - AC Power

Company: Vertiv | Travel: ~80% (North America)

Type: Full-Time | Schedule: Flexible (weekends/evenings/holidays possible)

About The Role

Perform technical start-up and commissioning of large, high-profile orders utilizing Uninterruptible Power Supplies and Switchgear. Work independently on-site, reporting to the Supervisor, Site Leader, or Senior Project Start Up Engineer. Receive accelerated on-the-job training (OJT). Typical projects last 6–12 months.

What You'll Do

Technical

• On-site and phone technical assistance to customers
• Scheduled maintenance per company guidelines
• Implement Field Change Notices
• Stay current on Safety Bulletins and Service Tips

Performance

• Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities
• Make technical decisions under pressure
• Meet on-site response time requirements
• Lead by example with professionalism

Administration

• Timely reporting: timecards, expenses, mileage, ticket closure
• Maintain inventory and company property (vehicle, laptop, phone, PPE, test equipment)

Safety

• Follow all published safety guidelines and PPE requirements
• Report work-related incidents within 8 hours
• Adhere to Fatigue Management policy

What You'll Need

Education & Experience

Technical/Undergraduate Degree or equivalent industry experience

Technical Skills

• Read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints
• Familiarity with electrical/electronic test equipment
• Solid foundation in Ohm's Law and electronic theory
• Basic fix/repair techniques
• Site evaluation skills (environmental, operating conditions)
• Troubleshooting Ability
• Mechanical and tool aptitude

Computer & Tool Skills

• Word processing, spreadsheets, email
• Smartphone proficiency (apps, email)

Working Conditions

• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.
• Valid driver's license required
• Must pass drug test, background check, and motor vehicle records check
• On-call responsibilities possible
• Deployable for emergencies
• Must be 18+ years old

Physical Requirements

• Regularly: stand, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear
• Frequently: sit, climb, balance
• Vision: close, distant, color, peripheral, depth perception
• Lift: up to 50 lbs consistently; up to 75 lbs occasionally

Reasonable accommodations provided for qualified candidates with disabilities.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

The anticipated salary range for this role in the CA, NY, NJ, and HI locality is between $83, 821 to $104,826 per year—salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to receive and/or participate in profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer details. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, holiday pay, and 401k. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

The anticipated salary range for this role in the OH, IL, MN, VT locality is between $76,201 to $95,296 per year —salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to receive and/or participate in profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer details. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, holiday pay, and 401k. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

The anticipated salary range for this role in the CO, CT, MA, MD locality is between $80,011 to $100,061 per year—salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to receive and/or participate in profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer details. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, holiday pay, and 401k. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

The anticipated salary range for this role in the State of Washington locality is between $83,821 to $104,826 per year —salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to receive and/or participate in profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer details. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, Flexible PTO, holiday pay (9 days), and 401k. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

About Us

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES:

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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