Sr. Electrical Preventative Maintenance Technician

** Description*
* We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced  
** Senior Preventive Maintenance Electrical Technician
** to lead, plan, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for critical electrical systems and infrastructure. This is a senior, hands-on technical role requiring extensive experience with power distribution, circuit protection, and mission-critical electrical equipment.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in electrical systems, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and proven experience maintaining and servicing  
** circuit breakers, switch gear, and power distribution equipment
** in industrial, commercial, or secure facility environments. This role plays a key part in ensuring system reliability, safety, and minimal unplanned downtime.

** Primary Responsibilities** :

+ Lead and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities for complex electrical systems across the facility.

+ Perform detailed inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical infrastructure including  
** circuit breakers (LV/MV), switch gear, panels, transformers, and power distribution systems** .

+ Conduct advanced diagnostics such as infrared thermography, electrical load analysis, insulation resistance testing, and breaker performance testing.

+ Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical failures, root-cause issues, and system inefficiencies.

+ Maintain and service motors, variable speed drives (VSDs), power distribution units (PDUs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and motor control centers (MCCs).

+ Perform  
** breaker racking, testing, coordination verification, and maintenance
** in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety standards.

+ Support and mentor junior technicians, providing technical guidance and best-practice instruction.

+ Collaborate with mechanical, HVAC, controls, and facilities teams to support integrated maintenance operations.

+ Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation using CMMS or equivalent systems.

+ Ensure all work complies with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, local electrical codes, and internal safety procedures.

+ Monitor electrical system condition and performance, recommending upgrades, repairs, or replacements to improve reliability and safety.

** Basic Qualifications*
* + Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance prior to starting with Leidos

+ High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade education strongly preferred).

+ 7+ years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance within industrial, commercial, data center, or critical facility environments.

+ Demonstrated experience maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting circuit breakers, switch gear, and power distribution systems.

+ Strong working knowledge of AC/DC systems, three-phase power, electrical protection, and grounding systems.

+ Proficiency using advanced electrical test equipment (multimeters, megohmmeters, clamp meters, IR cameras, etc.).

+ Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams.

+ Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and decision-making skills.

+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in high-reliability environments.

+ Physical ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, work in electrical rooms, and lift equipment as required.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

+ Journeyman or Master Electrician license.

+ Technical certification, trade school training, or military electrical background.

+

Experience with medium-voltage systems, protective relays, and breaker coordination studies.

+ Familiarity with CMMS platforms and preventive/predictive maintenance programs.

+ Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and electrical safety best practices.

+ Prior experience in secure, mission-critical, or high-availability facilities.

+ Leadership experience or prior role as a lead or senior technician.

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