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Traveling Power Distribution Technician
- Broad Run, VA, United States
$54 to $60 USD / hour
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- $54 to $60 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Required Skills & Experience
- Associate degree, vocational training, military experience, or equivalent experience in power distribution systems, including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, or related equipment commissioning activities preferred.
- Minimum of 3+ years of related electrical, mechanical, technical, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, or field service experience preferred.
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience supporting switchgear start-up, commissioning, troubleshooting, repair, or related field service activities preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, power distribution, or commissioning-related issues in the field.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, work instructions, technical drawings, and service documentation.
- Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills required.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
- Working knowledge of electrical safety practices, PPE requirements, and safe work
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
experience working in critical infrastructure environments (data center, hospital, water treatment plant)
Job Description
This position is responsible for independently performing advanced start-up, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical power distribution and control equipment, including switchboards, control panels, and related systems. The role installs, modifies, inspects, and supports electrical and mechanical components such as circuit breakers, bus systems, power cabling, control wiring, and control devices. Working closely with customers, contractors, project teams, and engineering support groups, the technician leads or supports complex field service activities, resolves critical technical issues, and conducts root cause analysis to implement effective corrective actions. Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical, control, and networking systems; coordinating with internal teams to address product and commissioning concerns; documenting service activities and resolutions; and providing technical leadership, mentoring, and on-the-job training to junior technicians. The position requires strong technical expertise, customer-facing communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple field assignments while ensuring successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
Pay Ranges from $54.00/hr-$60.00/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings, paid leave as provided by applicable law
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Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot
- Electrical wiring diagrams
- Technical drawings
- Documentation
- Problem solving
- Use hand tools
- Maintain equipment
- Control systems
- Root cause analysis
- Leadership
- Coaching
- Communication skills
- Customer service