Electrical Technician

Cantor Fitzgerald; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

G&E Real Estate Management Services Inc. seeks a skilled Electrical Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot core electrical systems powering critical facilities, including data-center‑grade environments.

You will support generation, distribution, backup, and emergency power under 24/7 shift schedules. Responsibilities include monitoring UPS/generators, performing preventive maintenance via CMMS, leading outage investigations, and developing procedures.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in a critical environment (data center, hospital, telecom)
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license preferred
• NFPA 70E certification and OSHA 10/30 safety training preferred
• Proficient in reading single-line diagrams, schematics and control drawings
• Strong knowledge of UPS topologies, generators, switchgear, and power monitoring systems

Responsibilities

• Operate electrical distribution, UPS, generators, ATS, and BMS to maintain performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs using CMMS.
• Lead emergency response and root-cause analysis for outages or faults.
• Develop and execute MOPs, SOPs, and Emergency Operating Procedures.
• Enforce NFPA 70E safety standards and related training.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for repairs/upgrades.
• Manage load balancing and redundancy (N+1, 2N) to prevent overloads.
• Troubleshoot and repair components like switchgear, PDUs, battery systems.
• Assist with system upgrades, installations, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate schematics and equipment records.

Skills

Reading single-line diagrams

Schematics & control drawings

Troubleshooting & problem solving

Strong communication

Shift work (nights/weekends/holidays)

Education

Trade school or Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Tools

CMMS platform

UPS/generator/switchgear knowledge

Job description

G&E Real Estate Management Services Inc. seeks a skilled Electrical Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the core electrical systems that power our mission‑critical facilities. Working 24/7/365 shift schedules, you will ensure reliable generation, distribution, backup, and emergency power operations, supporting data‑center‑grade environments and other high‑availability assets.

• Monitor and operate electrical distribution, UPS, generators, ATS, and BMS to maintain optimal performance.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and corrective repairs using the CMMS platform.
• Lead emergency response and root‑cause analysis for power outages or equipment faults.
• Develop, review, and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs), SOPs, and Emergency Operating Procedures.
• Enforce safety standards, including NFPA 70E, LOTO, and Arc Flash protection.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and upgrades.
• Manage load balancing, capacity planning, and redundancy (N+1, 2N) to prevent overloads.
• Troubleshoot and repair critical electrical components such as switchgear, PDUs, and battery systems.
• Assist with system upgrades, installations, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of schematics, control drawings, and equipment records.

• Trade school, military training, or Associate degree in Electrical Technology (or equivalent).
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license (highly preferred).
• NFPA 70E certification and OSHA 10/30 safety training (preferred).
• 3–5+ years of hands‑on experience in a critical environment (data center, hospital, telecom, etc.).
• Proficiency reading single‑line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.
• Strong knowledge of UPS topologies, generators, switchgear, and power monitoring systems.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to lift 50lb and work safely in loud, confined electrical rooms.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and calm decision‑making under pressure.
• Effective communication skills for documenting work and briefing non‑technical stakeholders.