Lead Electrical Field Tech, Critical Power (UPS/ATS)

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Charlotte (NC)

Remote

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Electrical Field Service Technician for Critical Power Systems. Remote (U.S.) with 90% travel to support customers nationwide, including data centers, healthcare facilities, and manufacturing plants.

The role involves installing, commissioning, maintaining, and repairing UPS, MV/LV distribution equipment, switchgear, transformers, battery systems, and related controls. Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills required.

Qualifications

2+ years of field service experience with UPS, switchgear, transformers, generators, or ATS.
Experience in data centers, critical facilities, power generation, utilities, or industrial sectors.
Strong electrical troubleshooting and ability to read schematics.
Willingness to travel 14 days on, 2-3 days off across the United States.

Responsibilities

Lead field service projects and manage onsite activities independently.
Install, commission, calibrate, maintain, and repair UPS systems and MV/LV electrical distribution equipment.
Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues involving switchgear, breakers, transfer equipment, battery systems, transformers, alternators, wiring, control panels, and associated components.
Perform preventive maintenance and emergency service to minimize customer downtime.
Conduct root cause analysis on electrical and power system failures.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and construction drawings.
Supervise equipment startup, commissioning, and integrated system testing.
Verify installations comply with applicable electrical codes, standards, and project requirements.
Coordinate equipment startup schedules with internal teams and customers.
Prepare detailed service reports and recommend repairs, upgrades, and replacement parts.
Serve as the primary technical contact for customers, providing clear communication and exceptional service.
Support Engineering, Production, Sales, and Service teams with technical expertise.
Mentor junior technicians when appropriate.
Participate in a rotating emergency on-call schedule.
Follow all company and customer safety procedures.