Senior Electrical Technician

ABM Industries; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

ABM Industries, a leader in mission-critical facilities, seeks a Service Electrician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems in a data center environment. You will work with Operations, Controls, Engineering, and vendors to ensure reliable, safe, and continuous facility operations.

The role offers a day shift with potential after-hours support. Compensation is hourly and varies with experience and location; comprehensive benefits are provided by ABM.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience; data center or mission-critical experience preferred.
• Proficient with electrical testing equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems including switchgear, panels, breakers, transformers, and lighting.
• Support electrical infrastructure for critical systems including UPS, generators, and emergency power distribution.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using approved procedures and testing equipment.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, lockout/tagout, and arc-flash requirements.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Electrical testing & troubleshooting

Reading electrical diagrams

Safety procedures & arc-flash

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/trade school preferred

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Overview

The Service Electrician is responsible for operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems supporting a mission‑critical data center environment. This role helps ensure the reliability, safety, and continuous operation of critical electrical infrastructure while adhering to strict mission‑critical procedures and safety standards.

The Service Electrician works closely with site operations, Mechanical, Controls, Engineering, and third‑party vendors to support uninterrupted facility operations and zero‑impact execution.

Pay: $40.00/hr – 50.00/hr

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members (https://wpe-media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Frontline.pdf)

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.

Qualifications

Required 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.

Preferred Certifications / Training

• Journeyman Electrician license or state‑recognized equivalent preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred.
• NFPA 70E training preferred.
• Data center or critical facilities training a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and work in electrical and mechanical rooms.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights as required.

Work Environment

• Mission‑critical data center environment requiring high attention to detail, strict procedural compliance, safety awareness, and documentation accuracy.
• Day shift, Monday‑Friday; limited after‑hours or emergency support may be required.

Why ABM

ABM Mission Critical Solutions supports advanced data center facilities where precision, safety, and uptime are essential. Our electricians work with high‑reliability electrical systems in a structured, safety‑first culture with opportunities for long‑term growth and technical development.

ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888‑328‑8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.