Senior Field Power Technician — Lead on Critical DC/AC

Rainier Recruiting; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life, disability, and E‑

Job summary

Rainier Recruiting is seeking an experienced Lead Power Technician (Level 4) to support field operations for critical DC and AC power systems. This role is ideal for a senior technician who enjoys hands‑on technical work while guiding projects and mentoring other technicians.

Level 4 technicians serve as lead techs in the field, overseeing complex installations, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and acting as the primary technical authority on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years hands-on DC power experience in telecom, data center, UPS, or utility environments.
• Proven experience leading job sites or acting as senior/lead technician.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, upgrade, and maintenance of DC power systems across multiple voltage levels.
• Install and service batteries, rectifiers, inverters, converters, and DC distribution equipment.
• Perform system diagnostics including load testing, voltage readings, and preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex DC power system issues.
• Lead installation of cable racking, ironwork, and support structures, including seismic‑rated environments.
• Run, terminate, and dress power cabling; perform lug crimping and lacing.
• Ensure all electrical connections meet quality, safety, and industry standards.
• Safely perform AC electrical work ranging from 120V single‑phase up to 480V three‑phase.
• Act as the lead technician on assigned job sites and conduct safety meetings.
• Inspect tools, equipment, and work areas for safety compliance.
• Mentor and train junior technicians (Levels 1–3).
• Ensure adherence to OSHA, NFPA 70E, and customer‑specific safety requirements.
• Prepare job reports, test documentation, and procedures.
• Coordinate with internal teams regarding scheduling, materials, and scope changes.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact during field execution.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding job progress and issues.

Skills

Lead tech

Field leadership

DC power theory

Electrical troubleshooting

Technical drawings

Math skills

Team mentoring

Independent work

Safety compliance

Communication

Job description

Rainier Recruiting is seeking an experienced Lead Power Technician (Level 4) to support field operations for critical DC and AC power systems. This role is ideal for a senior technician who enjoys hands‑on technical work while guiding projects and mentoring other technicians.

Level 4 technicians serve as lead techs in the field, overseeing complex installations, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and acting as the primary technical authority on site.