UPS Technician III

Join a leading provider of critical power solutions as a UPS Technician III (Travel), serving clients in the Atlanta, GA area and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced technicians to work hands-on with advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and battery systems, ensuring reliable power for essential operations across diverse industries. As a key member of the technical services team, you will play a vital role in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical power infrastructure. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to lead projects, mentor junior technicians, and further develop your technical expertise while collaborating with contractors, partners, and clients to deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Perform startups, certifications, preventative maintenance, and scheduled maintenance on UPS and battery systems.
• Independently install, troubleshoot, repair, start up, and commission all types of UPS systems.
• Lead projects with multiple crew members, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, partners, and clients to ensure project success.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as UPS systems, battery systems, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), and AC/DC rectifiers.
• Assess manpower and material requirements for maintenance and installation services.
• Estimate consumables and connectivity parts needed for project completion.
• Monitor crew safety and productivity, taking action as needed to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Foster a positive team environment and mentor less experienced technicians.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with internal teams and clients.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Services Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience servicing UPS systems, including installation and maintenance.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems related to UPS, DC systems, and major OEMs (such as Eaton, Mitsubishi, Schneider, APC, GE, Emerson).
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, including digital multimeters, amp clamps, phase rotation meters, power quality analyzers, IR cameras, and oscilloscopes.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC theory, electronic components, and circuitry.
• Competency in series, parallel, and series-parallel connections.
• Understanding of torque values, torque-mark application, and visual inspection of installations.
• Ability to operate safely and use appropriate PPE, including arc-flash suits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• NFPA-70E Safety Training.
• Thermography Level 2 or higher certification.
• US Citizenship required.