Power System Technician in South Carolina, USA - ITS at Gordon M. Buitendorp Associates, Inc.

Allouez, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

45.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medium Voltage Switchgear, Low Voltage Switchboards, Commissioning, Troubleshooting, Visual Inspection, Mechanical Inspection, Electrical Inspection, SEL Protective Relays, SEL RTAC Configuration, PLC Configuration, Modbus, IEC 61850 GOOSE, Circuit Breaker Trip Unit Settings, Coordination Studies, Electrical Safety, Technical Drawings Interpretation

Industry

Description

Company Description The company provides high-quality electrical power system services. We specialize in inspection, maintenance, and commissioning of electrical power distribution equipment. Job Description The company is seeking Electrical Power System Technicians with strong technical skills and field experience to support major data center projects nationwide. The primary responsibility is to perform new installation visual, and mechanical, and electricalinspections of medium voltage (MV) gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) and low voltage (LV) switchboards, along with supporting commissioning and troubleshooting tasks. This role requires extensive national travel and the ability to work independently in fast-paced data center construction environments. Key Responsibilities: Conduct detailed visual and mechanical inspections of newly installed MV GIS switchgear and LV switchboards. Ensure installations meet manufacturer requirements, project specifications, and industry standards. Produce detailed reports including inspection checklists, photographs, and technical documentation. Support commissioning activities including device configuration, testing, andissue resolution. Perform troubleshooting on control wiring as needed. Collaborate with contractors, OEM representatives, and project managers to resolve installation or configuration issues. Follow strict electrical safety practices (OSHA, NFPA 70E, and Infinity TSD safety procedures). Maintain tools, equipment, and accurate project records. Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams while representing Infinity TSD professionally. Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience with medium and/or low voltage electrical power distribution equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in field environments. Willingness to travel nationally over 80% of the time. Valid driver’s license and the ability to pass background and drug screening requirements. Preferred Skills & Experience Protection & Control / Automation: Experience working with SEL protective relays, including using acSELerator to install settings files. Experience with SEL RTAC configuration and troubleshooting. Experience with basic PLC configuration, including downloading, uploading, and troubleshooting programs. Ability to troubleshoot Modbus and Modbus TCP/IP networks for industrial communication devices. Familiarity with IEC 61850 GOOSE messaging and troubleshooting. Power Distribution Equipment & Systems: General knowledge of medium voltage switchgear construction, installation, startup, and troubleshooting. General knowledge of low voltage switchboards (UL 891) construction, installation, startup, and troubleshooting. General knowledge of low voltage circuit breakers, including power circuit breakers and molded case circuit breakers. Ability to interpret and implement circuit breaker trip unit settings, including reading coordination studies and adjusting settings. General knowledge of electrical power meter setup, including IP address configuration. Working Conditions Extensive nationwide travel to data center construction sites. Work performed exclusively on data center projects, often in active construction or commissioning phases. Physical requirements include standing, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working around electrical equipment following strict safety protocols. JOB INFORMATION Job Type: Full Time/Hourly Salary: $35/hr - $45/hr Hours Per Week: 40+ Overtime: Overtime will be paid 1 and ½ rate. Up to 10 hrs. of expected OT Workweek: Schedule changes by project, since we are working on customer locations and on their schedules, work can change from days to nights and is not predictable. Shifts: There is no shift work, it is dependent on scope of work and customer site schedules. Is there a shift premium? Premium is paid for working beyond 40 hours in a week or working on company recognized holidays. On company paid holidays Technicians receive 8 hours of paid time off. If they happen to work on the holiday, they will receive 1.5x pay rate and will also still receive 8 hours of pay. Extra days? Extra days are often expected, but unknown as it depends on the project. Weekends: Anticipating most of this work to be weekdays. But, it depends on the project. Payment Days: Fridays Payment Type: direct deposit. Rest Breaks: yes Qualifications 5+ years’ experience in commissioning Electric power distribution Equipment, particularly médium voltage switchgear and low voltage switchboards and circuit Breakers. Experience with SEL relays and RTAC controllers including Setup using SEL’s software. Is the worker required to supervise other workers? No. Criminal Background Check? Yes, selected applicant must pass a CBC before departure from the place of recruitment to the place of employment. CBC will be conducted through the recruitment company. Drug Test? Yes, selected applicant must pass a DT before departure from the place of recruitment to the place of employment. The DT will be conducted through the recruitment company.Panel/Perfil 10: AMP , BAR, COC, THC, OPI, PCP , BZP , MTD, MDM, PPX, NIT, OXC, 6AM, CREA, PH, HYD. Cannabis: Positive test is not aceptable. English Level Requirement: Medium – advanced, job duties require reading drawings, schematics, notes in drawings, email correspondence, on site conversations with customers. Must attend the job training? Yes. English spoken environment Must attend safety meetings? Yes Drivers license required: Yes, must be able to have/get a US valid driver license. An International Drivers Permit/license might be needed. As field engineers/technicians, work is 100% on customer sites No international travel at this time. There will be a per diem or corporate credit card to cover traveling expenses. Education: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or closely related field Physical requirements: Job requires traveling to customer facilities, climbing stairs, ladders, walking over uneven terrain, lifting test equipment and materials typically no more than 50lbs. Additional Information EQUIPMENT AND APPAREL Company uniforms: Company provides proper PPE including flame resistant shirts/pants, steel toe shoes. Typically one week supply of shirts and pants will be provided, or allowanceprovided Safety apparel: PPE will be provided, allowance for work boots provided. TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES TO PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT Paid flight to Business Location: Flight to business location will be arranged by company.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility involves conducting detailed visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections of newly installed medium voltage gas-insulated switchgear and low voltage switchboards at data center projects. This includes supporting commissioning activities, performing troubleshooting on control wiring, and producing comprehensive technical documentation.