Electrical Technician II

ZipRecruiter; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Technician II to join their operations and maintenance team. This role involves performing preventative maintenance on various electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supporting engineering teams to meet electrical needs. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills and a solid background in electrical maintenance within data centers or industrial environments. Join a dynamic team that values safety and efficiency while working in a collaborative atmosphere that promotes growth and development.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years’ experience as an electrician in relevant environments.
• Ability to work on aerial or scissor lifts at heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues safely.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety Regulations

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic Instruments

Hand Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Shift Work Details: Day Shift 7am-7pm

Job Description:

- Amentum is seeking an Electrical Technician II to join our operations & maintenance team in New Albany, Ohio, located at 1101 Beech Road SW, New Albany, OH 43054.

- Day shift 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, rotating between front half and back half schedules, ensuring everyone gets a weekend off.

- Front half schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday. Back half schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday.

- Responsible for performing at an intermediate level with preventative maintenance on heating, cooling, power supply, generators, UPS systems, electrical distribution, and control and monitoring systems.

- Prioritize work based on client needs, complete all tasks on time, and maintain proper documentation.

- Support site engineering teams to meet electrical needs.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain current and future facility electrical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and control circuits from 24V up to 480V AC, including electro-mechanical test devices, instrumentation, PLCs/ladder logic controllers, and VFDs.
• Work safely near or around 13.8K voltage.
• Support electrical expansion projects.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair critical infrastructure systems such as servers, network equipment, PLCs, access control, alarms, and SCADA systems.
• Assist technicians by reading blueprints, schematics, ladder logic, and sequences of operations; conduct system tours and assessments.
• Adhere to Federal, State, and Local electrical codes and NFPA70e standards.
• Identify and correct safety issues; perform independent equipment evaluations for potential failures.
• Perform preventive maintenance on process/production equipment as scheduled in CMMS.
• Respond to work orders, provide service, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Analyze and resolve work problems, and assist others as needed.
• Enforce safety regulations and perform tasks following safety guidelines, including job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Operate diagnostic and measurement instruments to optimize energy efficiency.
• Use various tools and equipment such as hand tools, laptops, and diagnostic hardware.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to meet operational needs.
• Promote and follow Amentum Safety Structure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-4 years’ experience as an electrician in a data center, industrial, hospital, or manufacturing environment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to work on aerial or scissor lifts at heights up to 30 feet or higher.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.

Additional Information:

• Must pass pre-employment background check and substance abuse test.
• Ability to obtain a security access badge at the client’s location.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license may be required.
• May require working various shifts, weekends, and alternative schedules.

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive wrist movements.
• Ability to walk extensively within facilities.
• Climb ladders, roofs, stairs as needed.
• Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach, and move in a 90-degree range.
• Ability to differentiate wire colors.
• Read and understand various documents and computer screens.
• Use office equipment and operate a computer keyboard.
• Communicate effectively via phone and in person.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interact professionally and courteously with clients, even under stress.

Special Requirements:

• Wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats.
• Manage job stressors effectively to maintain performance.
• Experience working with chemicals, precision equipment, and regulated materials.
• Use measurement tools like micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, and calibers.

Other Attributes:

• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed.
• Work schedules may change based on business needs.