Electrical SME, Data Centers

JLL; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking an experienced Electrician to maintain the electrical infrastructure of mission-critical data center facilities. You will ensure reliable operation of high-voltage systems, UPS, generators, and PDUs in a 24/7 environment where downtime is not an option.

The role involves preventing failures, troubleshooting faults, documenting work, and coordinating with facility engineers. Must have strong reading of schematics, MV switchgear experience, and willingness for after-hours and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial/industrial electrical experience.
• Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, and automatic transfer switches.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power quality analyzers.
• Physical ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with medium voltage switchgear and electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and emergency generators.
• Perform preventive maintenance on critical power infrastructure including battery systems, automatic transfer switches, and PDUs.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and power quality issues using advanced diagnostic equipment and monitoring systems.
• Execute planned maintenance activities during scheduled maintenance windows to minimize client impact.
• Respond to emergency electrical issues and power outages with urgency and precision.
• Collaborate with facility engineers and technicians to optimize power efficiency and system reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all electrical work, including maintenance logs, incident reports, and system modifications.
• Support electrical upgrades and expansions to accommodate growing data center capacity requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all electrical codes, safety regulations, and data center industry standards.
• Be the first point of contact for service impacting events involving the electrical distribution system.
• Assist the team in troubleshooting and mitigating incidents.
• Assist in the creation of root cause analysis (RCAs).
• Be available for after-hours support regarding the electrical distribution systems.
• This includes 24x7 responses.

Skills

Electrical experience

UPS systems

Generators

Read schematics

Troubleshooting

MV switchgear

Physical ability

Documentation

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power quality analyzers

Job description

Expected compensation for this position:

$42 - $51 USD per hour

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

What This Job Involves

What this job involves: As an Electrician at JLL, you will play a critical role in maintaining the electrical infrastructure of mission-critical data center facilities. You'll ensure the reliable operation of high-voltage electrical systems, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), generators, and power distribution units that support our clients' digital operations. This position requires expertise in complex electrical systems operating in a 24/7 environment where downtime is not an option.

Your day-to-day tasks will include

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and emergency generators
• Perform preventive maintenance on critical power infrastructure including battery systems, automatic transfer switches, and power distribution units (PDUs)
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and power quality issues using advanced diagnostic equipment and monitoring systems
• Execute planned maintenance activities during scheduled maintenance windows to minimize client impact
• Respond to emergency electrical issues and power outages with urgency and precision
• Collaborate with facility engineers and technicians to optimize power efficiency and system reliability
• Maintain accurate documentation of all electrical work, including maintenance logs, incident reports, and system modifications
• Support electrical upgrades and expansions to accommodate growing data center capacity requirements
• Ensure compliance with all electrical codes, safety regulations, and data center industry standards
• Be the first point of contact for service impacting events involving the electrical distribution system.
• Assist the team in troubleshooting and mitigating incidents.
• Assist in the creation of root cause analysis (RCAs).
• Be available for after-hours support regarding the electrical distribution systems.
• This includes 24x7 responses.

Desired Experience And Technical Skills

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience
• Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, and automatic transfer switches
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting skills using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power quality analyzers
• Physical ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Experience with medium voltage switchgear and electrical distribution systems

Preferred

• Experience with Schneider Electric, Eaton, or similar UPS/power equipment
• Knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and electrical monitoring platforms