Lead Electrician - Data Center

Wesco; Columbiana (AL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Lead Electrician for a data center to support daily operation and maintenance of electrical systems, including generators, UPS, and transfer switches. You will supervise contractors, coordinate field activities, and help ensure uptime.

The role requires 3+ years in a supervisory electrician role, strong planning and communication skills, and travel up to 25%. On-site, physically demanding environment with lifting up to 50 lbs. Competitive hourly pay of $44–$54.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as Electrician in a supervisory role or with growing responsibilities over time.
• Experience with electrical systems in data centers or critical facilities.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to lead coordination meetings.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a data center.
• Assist with management of mission critical electrical equipment and systems.
• Coordinate life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and power-related activities.
• Report discrepancies and trends to the operations team and clients.
• Support preventative and emergency maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Provide on-call support (24x7).
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure proper installation and maintenance services.
• Troubleshoot emergencies and organize resolutions.
• Develop SOPs/MOPs/ERP for onsite work rules and safety policies.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and lifecycle replacement planning.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Building automation

Planning & scheduling

Communication skills

Leadership

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Job Description

As Lead Electrician - Data Center, you will support the daily operation and maintenance of electrical systems in a mission-critical data center. You will assist with field coordination, supervise contractors, and help manage power-related infrastructure including generators, UPS systems, and transfer switches. You will perform routine inspections, troubleshoot equipment issues, and support both preventative and emergency maintenance schedules. You’ll also help implement operational standards, support change control procedures, and ensure safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a data center, specifically on electrical systems and equipment within the site.
• Assist with the management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain a data center.
• Assist with management of systems and physical environment integration (life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and a focus on power related activities and issues).
• Report discrepancies and trends to the operations team and clients.
• Assist with the preventative and emergency maintenance schedules and procedures for building systems; identify back-up and replacement inventory needs for critical systems.
• Serve as the subject matter expert onsite for electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assist with the oversight of all maintenance schedules and providers.
• Provide on-call support (24x7).
• Assist in updates of standard practices consistent for data center operations and equipment.
• Oversee and coordinate sub-contractors to assure proper installation of equipment and delivery of maintenance services.
• Troubleshoot emergencies, equipment problems, and technical issues, organize and oversee resolutions.
• Provide ongoing technical support, management and oversight of vendors as necessary.
• Complete daily inspections and maintenance. Scheduled maintenance may include, but is not limited to, monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annual equipment maintenance.
• Self-perform numerous Electrical/HVAC preventative maintenance activities including but not limited to filter changes, generator operating tests, UPS/ATS/STS transfer tests and operation
• Provide field technical support related to redundancy, reliability and maintainability for the data center’s current needs, long-term objectives and strategic planning and primary focus shall be on uptime (99.9999%) and cost saving opportunities supported by the engineering group.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Change Control Program, Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and Emergency Recovery Procedure (ERP) development for onsite Critical Facility Work Rules administration, vendor onboarding and familiarization, safety inspections and adherence to safety policies.
• Administer policies/procedures, Scope of Work standards, spare parts management, reporting development, and Life Cycle Replacement Strategy.
• All other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrician in a supervisory role or with growing responsibilities over time.
• Knowledge of construction planning, mechanical or electrical systems necessary, building controls, fire systems, and security systems.
• Knowledge of building automation systems.
• Candidate must be technically proficient in planning and scheduling, and exhibit excellent organizational skills.
• Candidate must possess strong communication skills, the ability to lead coordination meetings and actively facilitate progress in order to achieve scheduled goals.
• Must have people skills, good judgment, and flexibility
• Must will be able to work cooperatively with internal administration groups, and effectively contend with customers and contractors to reach mutually acceptable terms and conditions.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word.
• Ability to travel 0%-25%

Working Environment:

The data center work environment is a highly secure, physically demanding, and structured operation, characterized by its loud, controlled temperature conditions and 24/7/365 uptime. The environment demands a high attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills to manage and troubleshoot critical equipment during regular operation and in emergency situations. Lifting up to 50 lbs, regular bending, stooping, climbing and long periods of walking/standing will be required.

Physical Expectations

• Work is physically strenuous and workers are required to lift heavy packages up to 50 pounds
• Work may require excessive bending or stooping
• Employee required to walk long distances repeatedly throughout the day
• Employee required to use hand tools.

Compensation Details: $44.00 - $54.00 Per Hour

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .

• paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans.

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.