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Data Center Electrician Technician

Austin, Texas, United States

Element Critical provides hybrid infrastructure solutions in an expanding portfolio of data center facilities across the country. Our mission is to meet the diverse needs of today’s business and technology leaders by delivering superior service and product offerings, cultivating trusted relationships with our customers, and motivating and enabling our employees. 

This is an opportunity to get involved near the ground level and grow exponentially with a company that is poised to execute. Come join our team!

OVERVIEW 

Department: Facility Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Reports to: Operations Facility Manager

Element Critical is looking for energetic, detail-oriented individuals to join our team. This experienced 
team works to maintain the critical physical infrastructure that supports Element Critical. Specifically, 
this team works to ensure that the data center's Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems operate at 
100% availability while maintaining first-class customer service to our critical data centers. 

This role involves maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical systems in a data center, including UPS systems, PDUs, generators, and switchgear, while ensuring safety, compliance, and minimal downtime. The position requires experience in industrial or data center electrical systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and knowledge of monitoring tools like BMS or EPMS. Candidates must hold a journeyman license (master electrician preferred) and be capable of working in high-voltage environments with occasional on-call responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Electrical Maintenance and Repairs:
• Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on electrical equipment, 
including breakers, UPS systems, power distribution units (PDUs), generators, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues quickly to minimize downtime and ensure reliable 
power to all data center systems.

Power Distribution:
• Install, maintain, and monitor electrical distribution systems to ensure reliable power to all areas 
of the data center.
• Conduct load balancing on circuits and ensure compliance with power usage effectiveness (PUE) 
goals.

Compliance and Safety:
• Follow all electrical safety standards and data center policies, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and 
relevant electrical codes.
• Perform electrical work safely and ensure that the electrical systems are up to code and compliant 
with industry standards.

Equipment Installation:
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment, including power 
panels, PDUs, transformers, and other related components.
• Support Facility teams during new rack installation or reconfiguration by ensuring power 
connectivity and meeting load requirements.

Emergency Power Management:
• Test and monitor UPS systems, backup generators, and other critical power infrastructure to 
ensure reliability in case of outages.
• Coordinate with the facilities team on regular load testing and preventive maintenance for 
emergency power systems.

Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of all electrical work, inspections, and maintenance activities performed 
within the data center.
• Provide detailed reports on incidents, system status, and power capacity planning to 
management.

Monitoring and Automation:
• Utilize Building Management Systems (BMS) or Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) to 
track power usage, detect anomalies, and support troubleshooting efforts.
• Respond to alarms and alerts promptly to prevent or minimize service interruptions.

Additional responsibilities:
• Guide and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical 
excellence.
• Support facilities team daily operations. 

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATION

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

Education: High school diploma or GED required. Certification or associate degree in electrical 
engineering, electronics, or a related field preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in an industrial or data center environment, with a strong 
focus on electrical systems.

Licenses and Certifications:
• Valid journeyman required.
• Master electrician license is preferred.
• OSHA or NFPA 70E safety training certification is a plus.

Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of data center electrical infrastructure, including PDUs, UPS, generators, 
and switchgear.
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to 
emergencies.
• Experience with power monitoring and BMS systems is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily works in a data center environment with exposure to high-voltage equipment.
• May be required to be available on-call for emergency repairs.
• Physical demands include the ability to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods and 
occasionally work in confined spaces

Element Critical is a well-funded, fast paced organization that is seeking to make several acquisitions over the next few years and develop into a very strong national player.  We offer the following benefits, in addition to a focus on growing our culture and engagement.

  • PPO and HDHP Healthcare Plans 
  • FSA and HSA with above market Employer HSA Match 
  • Dental and Vision Insurance 
  • Employer Paid Disability and Life Insurance 
  • Additional Group Insurances 
  • Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave  
  • 10 Company Paid Holidays 
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match 
  • Personal Development and Learning Opportunities 
  • Employee Referral Program

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