Critical Systems Technician II - Battery

Join a dedicated team in Atlanta, GA as a Critical Systems Technician II - Battery, supporting the reliability and performance of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems for critical facilities. This role focuses on the installation, maintenance, and testing of battery systems, ensuring minimal disruption to customers and strict adherence to safety protocols. The position offers hands-on experience with advanced battery technologies and the opportunity to collaborate with skilled professionals across multiple service divisions. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to develop their technical expertise in a dynamic and essential field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with battery replacements and new installations for UPS systems.
• Support preventative and scheduled maintenance of battery systems with minimal customer disruption.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site during all phases of work.
• Follow operational, maintenance, and emergency procedures (MOPs) and adhere to all safety protocols.
• Interact effectively with internal teams and external customers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Utilize hand tools and general maintenance equipment as required.
• Assist with tasks in other service divisions, such as Switch Gear, Operations, and HVAC, as needed.
• Work from schematic diagrams, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete assignments.
• Learn and perform tasks such as disconnecting and connecting sealed batteries, building battery racks, and installing flooded cell batteries.
• Collect and enter test data and maintenance information using a laptop computer.
• Gain experience in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs on DC battery systems with increasing independence.
• Assist in warehouse operations as required.
• Regular and reliable attendance is essential.
• Travel approximately 30% or more to customer sites as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Services Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of or willingness to learn AC/DC theory, electronic components, and circuitry.
• Experience or ability to learn the use of digital multimeters, amp clamps, and battery testing equipment.
• Understanding of or willingness to learn proper use of isolation devices, Arc-Flash suits, and PPE.
• Ability to connect battery strings in series, parallel, and series-parallel configurations.
• Familiarity with torque values, torque-mark application, and visual inspection of battery installations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• OSHA 10-hour certification and NFPA-70E Safety Training (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to travel approximately 30% or more.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.