Mission-Critical Data Center Electrician

ABM industries; Whitney (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries in Whitney, TX, seeks a Senior Service Electrician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair critical electrical systems in a data center. You will read drawings, coordinate with Controls, Mechanical, and HVAC teams, and supervise contractors to ensure uptime.

A strong safety mindset and 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred, with CMMS documentation and incident-response participation emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience; data center or mission-critical experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, controls power, critical power infrastructure, and electrical safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Proficient with electrical testing equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience working under SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, change control, lockout/tagout, and arc-flash procedures preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including switchgear, panelboards, breakers, transformers, lighting systems, receptacles, and power distribution equipment.
• Support electrical infrastructure associated with critical systems, including UPS systems, generators, ATS/STS equipment, and emergency power distribution, within contract scope and qualifications.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues using proper testing equipment and approved procedures.
• Execute electrical work safely and in accordance with approved SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, lockout/tagout, arc-flash requirements, and change-control processes.
• Perform inspections and testing of electrical systems, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Controls, Mechanical, HVAC, and Chiller teams to support integrated system operations.
• Escort and oversee third-party electrical contractors, OEM technicians, or service providers as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all work performed, findings, corrective actions, and recommendations in the CMMS.
• Support planned maintenance activities, minor electrical projects, and system modifications within contract scope.
• Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, post-incident review, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strict compliance with all safety, environmental, electrical code, and company policies.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

ABM Industries in Whitney, TX, seeks a Senior Service Electrician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair critical electrical systems in a data center. You will read drawings, coordinate with Controls, Mechanical, and HVAC teams, and supervise contractors to ensure uptime.

A strong safety mindset and 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred, with CMMS documentation and incident-response participation emphasized.