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Facilities Electrician Job at Aerotek in Summerville

Aerotek, Summerville, South Carolina, United States

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Electrician

We are seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Electrician to support the electrical infrastructure of a mission-critical data center. This role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex electrical systems to ensure continuous uptime and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial power systems and a strong understanding of electrical theory, distribution, and backup systems.

Responsibilities include:

  • Operate and maintain electrical systems, including server rack level electrical repairs and installations.
  • Manage Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) and Static Transfer Switches (STS).
  • Maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and battery banks.
  • Handle Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and associated components.
  • Work with transformers used in industrial applications, such as isolation and step-up/down transformers.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on electrical infrastructure.
  • Monitor and improve power factor to optimize energy efficiency.
  • Calculate and configure battery strings based on voltage and float requirements.
  • Implement dual-corded power setups for redundancy.
  • Troubleshoot both AC and DC voltage systems, understanding their flow and behavior.
  • Maintain accurate documentation including one-line diagrams, schematics, and maintenance logs.
  • Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to ensure electrical reliability and compliance.
  • Support electrical distribution systems including switchgear, panels, breakers, and monitoring systems.

Essential skills include:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial or data center electrical systems.
  • Familiarity with server rack level electrical repairs and installations.
  • Strong understanding of ATS vs. STS functionality and differences.
  • Knowledge of static UPS components such as rectifier, inverter, bypass, and battery bank.
  • Understanding of power factor and its role in electrical systems.
  • Competency in AC vs. DC voltage characteristics and flow.
  • Ability to perform battery string calculations and manage parallel configurations.
  • Knowledge of PDU components and their role in power distribution.
  • Experience with electrical distribution systems including switchgear and panels.

Additional skills and qualifications include:

  • Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Monitoring Systems (EMS).
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70E, NEC, and other relevant codes.
  • Ability to work independently and respond to emergency situations.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.

Why work here?

This opportunity offers a chance to grow within the data center industry, with access to numerous growth opportunities in the area. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as a 401(k) with employer match. There is also a focus on work-life balance with generous paid time off and company holidays. Additional perks include an employee discount program, transit benefits, and voluntary benefits such as legal services and identity theft protection.

Work environment includes:

Shifts are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and include: 1st shift (0700-1700), 2nd shift (1630-0230), and 3rd shift (0200-1200). The work schedule is Su-W, or W-Sa.

Job type and location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Summerville, South Carolina.

Pay and benefits:

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.64/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace type:

This is a fully onsite position in Summerville,SC.

Application deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025.