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Switchgear Field Service Technician – Critical Facilities – Nationwide

Job in Ashburn, Loudoun County, Virginia, 22011, USA
Listing for: Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Field/Service Technician, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Switchgear Field Service Technician – Critical Facilities – Nationwide Travel

Overview

Switchgear Field Service Technician – Critical Facilities – Nationwide Travel

This position is also available in any major Data Center Region:
Dallas TX, Charlotte NC, Atlanta GA, Denver CO, Portland OR, Seattle WA, Las Vegas NV, or Phoenix AZ.

Multiple opportunities for both Senior and mid-level Switchgear Field Service Technicians. These openings are with a nationwide market leader of Power Distribution Solutions, specializing in Switchgear and Controls for mission-critical environments. This company provides customized solutions for Enterprise, Colocation, and Hyperscale Data Centers, ensuring reliability and uptime through Controls Integration, Power Distribution Solutions, and Switchgear Installations. Their services include Installations, Retrofits, Upgrades, Turnkey Electrical Solutions, and Preventive & Corrective Maintenance of UPS, Switchgear, Generators, and PLC Systems.

This is an excellent career-growth opportunity to work on exciting projects with leading-edge technology and competitive compensation.

Responsibilities
  • Perform start-ups, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting for low and medium voltage switch gear, generator controls, PLCs, UPS systems, and power distribution units.
  • Read, interpret, and update one-line diagrams and schematics to diagnose and resolve issues.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance (PMs), troubleshooting, and retrofits to optimize the performance and reliability of mission-critical power distribution systems.
  • Utilize electrical test equipment such as Voltmeter, Megger, Ammeter, Hi-Pot, and Ratiometer to diagnose system performance.
  • Work with generator control systems and power management strategies to ensure seamless operation.
  • Support and develop Methods of Procedures (MOPs) for testing, maintenance, and emergency responses.
  • Provide high-quality customer service, offering technical recommendations and guidance to clients.
  • Complete detailed Field Service Reports and ensure documentation is submitted in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate site activities with project managers, contractors, and customer representatives to maintain project schedules.
  • Maintain safety compliance by adhering to all OSHA and industry safety standards.
  • Travel nationwide as required for project assignments.
  • Provide documentation of HW, SW, and technical expertise while maintaining and cultivating customer relations.
Qualifications
  • Technical degree (DeVry, Lincoln Tech, etc.), Military Training, or certification in electrical engineering, power systems, or related field a plus
  • 3-6+ years of field service experience in electrical testing, commissioning, and maintenance of switch gear, generator controls, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting experience down to the component level on UPS, batteries, PDUs, STS, ATS, Switchgear, and Power Monitoring Systems.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting one-line diagrams and electrical schematics.
  • Experience with protective relays from manufacturers such as SEL, ABB, GE, Siemens is a plus.
  • Generator OEM factory training or experience with Kohler, CAT, Cummins, Generac, a plus
  • Switchgear OEM factory training or experience with Siemens, ABB, Mitsubishi, Eaton, Schneider, Fuji, a plus
  • UPS OEM factory training or experience with Emerson / Liebert / Vertiv; APC / MGE / Schneider, or Eaton / Powerware / PDI, a plus
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using CMMS or field service software.
  • Knowledge of general computer hardware & software applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong customer service abilities.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., perform bending/kneeling, and work in confined spaces when required.
  • Clean driving record and ability to travel nationwide for projects and emergency support.
  • Candidate must be willing to work nights & weekends when necessary / be on call when needed
  • Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Experience with Electrical / Mechanical:
    Navy nukes – EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army – Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.
Submittal Instructions
  • Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: kds4spnfu

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call  and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at,

If this job is not for you, feel free to forward this along.
WE PAY FOR REFERRALS!!

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan

EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Pkaza LLC is a third-party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by our employer that we represent and not by the candidate

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