Operations & Maintenance Technician - Electrician – High Voltage

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Full Time Technical Barker, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $28.00 To $45.00 Annually

Operations & Maintenance Technician – Electrical Systems (AI Data Center)

Maintenance Electrician – High Voltage / Critical Power Systems

Company: Beowulf Electricity and Data
Location: Barker, NY
Position Type: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Compensation:$28.00 – $45.00 / hour (Based on experience)
Are you an experienced Electrical Technician ready to help power the future of Artificial Intelligence?

At Beowulf E&D, we operate and maintain the critical infrastructure that supports next-generation AI computing and high-performance data center operations.

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario in Barker, NY
, our rapidly expanding campus relies on highly skilled electrical professionals to ensure continuous, safe, and reliable operation of mission-critical power systems.

We are seeking Operations & Maintenance Technicians with strong electrical experience in high-voltage and critical power environments.

This role is ideal for electricians, electrical technicians, power distribution specialists, and industrial maintenance professionals who enjoy troubleshooting complex systems, solving real-world challenges, and preventing downtime in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical distribution systems ranging from 480V to 70kV.
• Inspect, test, and maintain medium- and high-voltage switch gear, breakers, relays, and protective devices.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on high-voltage transformers, including inspections, testing, and diagnostics.
• Maintain and troubleshoot UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems and backup power infrastructure supporting critical data center operations.
• Conduct predictive and preventative maintenance activities including thermal imaging, insulation resistance testing, and relay testing.
• Support and perform safe electrical switching operations on critical power systems.
• Troubleshoot motor controls, MCCs, VFDs, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and control drawings.
• Respond to equipment failures and emergency situations to minimize downtime.
• Execute and adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all electrical safety requirements.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment performance within maintenance management systems.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and NEC requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training, trade school, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent industrial electrical experience preferred.
• Strong experience with:
  • Electrical power distribution systems
  • Medium- and high-voltage switch gear
  • UPS and backup power systems
  • Transformers, substations, and critical electrical infrastructure
• Ability to safely work around high-energy electrical systems and energized equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations, emergency response, and shift coverage as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with in data centers, utilities, power generation, industrial manufacturing, or critical facilities environments.
• High-voltage switching or substation maintenance certification.
• NFPA 70E, OSHA 10, or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with SCADA systems, power monitoring…