Electrical Commissioning Technician - Data Centers / Mission-Critical

Electrical Commissioning Technician – Data Centers / Mission-Critical Facilities

$30–$72/hour + Overtime | Relocation Assistance

Locations: Caroline County / Richmond, VA | Tysons / Washington, DC

Full-Time | Comprehensive Benefits

Job Description

We are hiring Electrical Commissioning Technicians at multiple experience levels to support the startup, functional testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electrical power systems in data centers and other mission-critical facilities.

We are looking for candidates with hands-on experience in electrical commissioning, equipment startup, power distribution systems, or electrical field service.

This is an opportunity to work on major mission-critical projects, develop advanced technical skills, and build a long-term career in electrical commissioning.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

What You'll Do

• Perform electrical equipment startup, commissioning, and functional testing.
• Commission switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Verify electrical equipment installation and readiness for energization.
• Perform pre-functional inspections and equipment verification.
• Execute commissioning procedures, checklists, and functional test scripts.
• Support integrated systems testing of electrical power distribution and backup power systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment startup issues, control system problems, and electrical system deficiencies.
• Verify proper operation of electrical equipment, protective devices, and control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Document commissioning activities, deficiencies, corrective actions, and test results.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and equipment manufacturers.
• Follow NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and established electrical safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

Candidates should have 3–10+ years of experience in one or more of the following:

• Electrical commissioning
• Electrical equipment startup
• Data center electrical systems
• Mission-critical electrical infrastructure
• Electrical field service
• Industrial electrical systems
• Power distribution systems
• UPS and generator systems
• Electrical construction and startup

Important qualifications:

• Hands-on experience commissioning or starting up electrical power equipment.
• Understanding of electrical power distribution systems.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical equipment and control systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, and schematics.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E and LOTO.
• Ability to work safely around energized electrical systems.

Equipment Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:

• Switchgear and switchboards
• UPS systems
• Generators and automatic transfer switches (ATS)
• Power distribution units (PDUs)
• Transformers
• Circuit breakers
• Electrical control systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)

Experience with functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, or data center commissioning is a strong plus.

Certifications

Relevant certifications are valued but not required.

Examples include:

• Electrical commissioning certifications
• Journeyman or Master Electrician
• NICET
• NETA
• Other relevant electrical or mission-critical facility certifications

Strong hands-on commissioning and startup experience may be considered in place of certification.

Backgrounds We Will Consider

We welcome qualified candidates from electrical commissioning companies, electrical contractors, data centers, industrial facilities, utilities, power generation, equipment manufacturers, military electrical systems, and electrical field service organizations.

Compensation & Benefits

• $30–$72/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Overtime opportunities
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and professional development
• Long-term career advancement

Apply Today

If you have experience starting up, troubleshooting, or commissioning switchgear, UPS systems, generators, transformers, or other electrical power distribution equipment, we want to hear from you.

Candidates with electrical field service or equipment startup experience are encouraged to apply, even without formal commissioning certifications.

Qualified candidates willing to relocate are encouraged to apply.

At RJM Technologies, we believe great people deserve great opportunities. Since 2004, we've helped companies find talented professionals they might otherwise overlook, and helped those professionals find work where their skills and contributions are valued. We take a personal approach to recruiting, getting to know the people behind the resumes and building relationships that last well beyond the hiring process.