UPS Technician III

Air Comfort, Inc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Comfort, Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a UPS Technician III to ensure reliability of UPS and battery systems across critical power infrastructure. You will lead project teams, perform installations, startups, maintenance and certifications, and collaborate with contractors and clients to stay on schedule and budget.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and mentoring junior technicians, with up to 50% travel to job sites and a strong focus on teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years experience servicing UPS systems.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical UPS/DC systems and major OEMs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform UPS system replacements, installations, startups, and certifications.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on UPS and battery systems with minimal supervision.
• Install, diagnose, repair, and commission all types of UPS systems and related equipment.
• Lead project teams and mentor crew members of varying skill levels.
• Collaborate with contractors, partners, and clients to stay on schedule and within budget.
• Operate and maintain UPS, battery systems, PDUs, ATS, and rectifiers.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues, sales teams, engineering partners, and management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital multimeters

Amp clamps

Phase rotation meters

Power quality analyzers

IR cameras

Oscilloscopes

Torque wrenches

Job description

Join a dedicated team in Salt Lake City, Utah, as a UPS Technician III, where you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and related battery systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including startups, certifications, preventative maintenance, and scheduled maintenance for critical power infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to safety and quality, contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform UPS system replacements, new installations, startups, and certifications.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on UPS and battery systems with minimal supervision.
• Install, diagnose, repair, and commission all types of UPS systems and related equipment.
• Lead project teams, providing guidance and support to crew members of varying skill levels.
• Collaborate effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, partners, and clients to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as UPS systems, battery systems, PDUs, ATS, and AC/DC rectifiers.
• Communicate clearly with co-workers, sales teams, engineering partners, management, and clients.
• Assess manpower and material requirements for maintenance and installation services.
• Estimate consumables and connectivity parts needed for project completion.
• Monitor crew productivity and safety, taking action when necessary to maintain a safe and effective work environment.
• Foster a positive team environment and contribute to a culture of cooperation and high morale.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Travel up to 50% to other job sites as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Services Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years of experience servicing UPS systems.
• Technical experience with electrical and mechanical systems related to UPS, DC systems, and familiarity with major OEMs (e.g., Eaton, Mitsubishi, Schneider, APC, GE, Emerson).
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn AC/DC theory, electronic components, and circuitry.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools such as digital multimeters, amp clamps, phase rotation meters, power quality analyzers, IR cameras, and oscilloscopes.
• Understanding of proper use of isolation devices, arc-flash suits, and PPE.
• Competency in series, parallel, and series-parallel connections.
• Ability to interpret torque values, apply torque marks, and visually inspect completed installations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• NFPA-70E Safety Training.
• Thermography Level 2 or higher certification.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as required.
• U.S. citizenship required.