National Power
Senior UPS Technician / Lead UPS Service Technician Job at National Power in Dur
National Power, Durham, NC, United States, 27703
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
: Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Technical Leadership
- Lead installation, commissioning, and maintenance of UPS systems from 8kW to 1MW capacity across various industrial and commercial applications
- Develop, implement, and optimize preventive maintenance schedules for all UPS equipment to maximize uptime and extend equipment life
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex power system issues, coordinating emergency repairs to minimize downtime
- Ensure strict compliance with NEC, local electrical codes, OSHA safety standards, and manufacturer specifications
- Perform comprehensive load analysis and capacity planning for power infrastructure upgrades and expansions
- Conduct system performance testing, battery assessments, and power quality analysis
- Maintain detailed service documentation, test reports, and equipment histories
Team Management & Development
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of UPS technicians and electrical specialists
- Coordinate work schedules, resource allocation, and project timelines for multiple concurrent installations and service calls
- Design and conduct comprehensive training programs on UPS technology, safety procedures, and industry best practices
- Review, approve, and quality-check all technical work performed by team members
- Manage performance evaluations, career development plans, and skills assessments for direct reports
- Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence
- Ensure proper documentation and handover procedures for all installations
Education, Experience, skills and other qualifications
- High School Diploma required; Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, or related technical field preferred
- Minimum 5-7 years of hands-on experience with UPS systems installation and maintenance
- Proven experience with both single-phase and three-phase UPS systems (8kW to 1MW range)
- Strong knowledge of power electronics, battery systems, and electrical distribution
- Experience with static transfer switches, power distribution units, and monitoring systems
- Proficiency in using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power analyzers)
- Understanding of facility electrical systems, grounding, and power quality issues
- Experience with HVAC systems supporting critical power environments preferred
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer sites
- Electrical license or certification preferred (varies by state)
- UPS manufacturer certifications (APC, Eaton, Schneider Electric, etc.) highly desirable
Working Conditions
- Primarily field-based work at customer facilities
- Occasional after-hours and emergency call-out availability required
- Travel to various customer sites within assigned territory
- Work in industrial environments including data centers, hospitals, manufacturing facilities
- Exposure to electrical hazards requiring strict adherence to safety protocols
- The technician may be required to work in various weather conditions (heat, rain, snow, high humidity, etc.)
- Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
Physical Demands
- Lifting and carrying heavy objects, up to 75lbs, will be required.
- Ascending or descending ladders, scaffolding, stairs, ramps and the like using feet / legs and / or hands / arms.
- Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).
- Entering text or data into a computer or other machine by means of a keyboard.
- Pushing / pulling may involve use of hands / arms, feet / legs, and / or feet only done with one side of the body or both sides.
- Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet to enter restricted spaces.
- Use of one or both feet or legs to move controls on machinery or equipment. Controls include, but are not limited to pedals, buttons, levers, and cranks.
- Clarity of vision (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
- Sitting for long periods of time may be required.
- Sometimes moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet to enter confined spaces.
Compensation
- Competitive pay depending on previous experience and current certifications. Overtime is also a factor and is paid at 1.5 X base. We are a performance based company and pay will ultimately reflect the employee’s productivity and overall performance.
- Three weeks of paid vacation after 90 days (first year is pro-rated based on start date)
- Up to 9 paid company holidays
- Paid sick time
- Company-paid Life Insurance ($75,000)
- Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance : Offering four medical plan options, with one plan fully covered at 100% by the company.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Additional Info :
- Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen are required.
- Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination.
- This is a remote position and will require the employee to work from home.