Field Service UPS Technician Federal Sites | 100% Travel (Auburn, VA)

ZipRecruiter; Ashburn (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is hiring UPS Technicians to travel nationwide and support critical infrastructure. Ideal for early-career techs, this role offers hands-on experience with industry-leading UPS systems. Applicants should have at least 25 years of experience with UPS equipment, be detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently. Compensation includes a salary of $70,000 to $80,000 per year, with travel fully reimbursed, and access to advanced certifications.

Benefits

Travel reimbursement

Tools provided

Career development opportunities

Veteran-friendly support

Qualifications

• 25 years of experience with UPS equipment or electrical systems.
• Willingness to travel nationwide year-round.
• U.S. citizenship required for site access.
• Reliable and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance visits on UPS systems.
• Conduct battery checks and light diagnostics.
• Represent our client professionally at secure sites.
• Travel approximately 150 nights per year.

Skills

Experience with UPS equipment

Attention to detail

Independent work

Strong communication

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Overview

BigFoot Staffing is hiring 12 UPS Technicians for a confidential client supporting critical infrastructure and defense sites across the U.S. This role is ideal for early-career techs who thrive on the road, value structure, and want to gain hands-on experience with some of the top UPS systems in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance visits on UPS systems
• Conduct battery checks, code inspections, and light diagnostics
• Flag and escalate issues beyond scope to senior technical teams
• Represent our client professionally at secure federal or commercial sites
• Travel approximately 150 nights per year (100% reimbursed with downtime built in)

Must-Have:

• 25 years of experience with UPS equipment or electrical systems
• Willingness to travel nationwide year-round
• U.S. citizenship (required for site access)
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently

Nice-to-Have:

• Certification from any of the following: Toshiba, Eaton, Schneider, PQ360, Xtreme, NXT Power
• Background working for UPS OEMs or service partners
• Active security clearance or prior federal site experience

Why This Role?

• Work directly on mission-critical systems that keep essential infrastructure online
• Career growth path includes advanced certifications and potential leadership tracks
• Tools provided (or use your own if )
• Veteran-friendly and supportive of those comfortable with frequent travel
• Strong internal support modeljunior techs are never left on an island

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 $80,000/year
• Travel Reimbursement: All travel fully covered (flights, lodging, per diem)
• Time Off: Structured R&R after travel rotations
• Tools: All required tools and equipment provided
• Phone Benefit: $100/month phone allowance or company-issued phone
• Certifications: Access to manufacturer-specific UPS certification programs
• Career Growth: Clear advancement path toward team lead or diagnostics-focused roles
• Veteran-Friendly: Ideal for former military techs with field readiness and federal site familiarity

Location:

Remote-based with travel

Priority regions: DMV (DC/VA/MD) (less travel potentially in this location), DallasFort Worth, Salt Lake City, and Nashville

Let us help you take the next step in your technical careerwith travel, training, and a clear path forward.

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