Data Center Switchgear and Generator Technician

Central Power Systems & Services, Inc. (CPS&S)

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.

Our Mission Statement is forging long lasting partnerships by providing first class customer support. We live that statement every single day.

We continue to grow in the Critical Power market. We are looking for the right individual who shares our passion for the products, our desire for continued growth, and our commitment to build more meaningful customer relationships founded on trust and integrity

Data Center Switchgear and Generator Technician

Salaried Position with Travel

$100k+ Salary with Annual Performance Bonus Potential

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Work on industry specific backup power generation and all ancillary equipment including switchgear, unit substations, transformers, etc.. This position will work especially close with the Engineering and Sales team.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of critical power systems installation, start-up and commissioning.
• Available for foreign and domestic travel
• Perform diagnostic and repair procedures on all systems including PLCs, AC/DC, and switchgear.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on electric power generation equipment including transfer switches and switchgear
• Coordinate with partnered service suppliers, specifically engine manufacturers
• Coordination with installing electrical contractors.
• Oversee correction of issues arising from commissioning
• Familiarity with data centers preferred.
• Ability to learn data center structured cabling solutions, Category 6 and pre-terminated fiber optic installations.
• Ability to learn Data Center network architecture with applicable hardware/electronics.
• Ability to update and maintain Excel spreadsheets for cross-connect assignments for all cabling infrastructure, as well as inventory management
• Familiarities with protective relay functionality and HRG systems.
• Any other tasks as assigned by Manager, Engineer, or Sales.
  
  

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL

Responsibilities/Characteristics

General skill requisites

• Strong selling skills.
• Good communications skills.
• Excellent customer relations skills.
• Good computer and systems knowledge.
  
  

Specific skill requisites

• A good working knowledge of sales techniques and methodologies.
• Solid equipment and parts knowledge.
• Sales training in related fields.
• Product knowledge including features and benefits knowledge on all items sold.
• Good communications skills.
• Good, safe work habits.
  
  

WORK CONDITIONS

CPS&S promotes a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Formal Classroom and hands-on training
• Company Service Truck
  
  

Position Qualifications

• Experience with diesel generators to 2800KW, 13.8kV
• Experience with generator paralleling/utility switchgear at 13.8kV level.
• A high school degree is required and some college or technical school is a plus.
• Solid understanding of basic generator and electrical distribution principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to initiate, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks independently
• Work well with others that come from an eclectic background
• Experience and have strong proficiencies with Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Self-Motivated with a willingness and flexibility to operate outside of normal business hours, including consistent travel when necessary.
  
  

Minimum Work Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of power generators, compressors, and load banks.
  
  

Minimum Prerequisites

• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel inside and outside of the country. Overnight travel will be common. Long term projects will occur several times a year where the intention would be no longer than 14 days per assignment without home time. Ample vacation time will be provided.
  
  

Central Power Systems & Services is a company that thrives on teamwork. Success requires various professionals in multiple areas of expertise, each doing their own specific role to support our customers. We all do our part, we work hard together, we share market intelligence, and we support each other where we can. We believe working hard and having fun are not mutually exclusive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.