CE Facility Support Engineer - Electrical 3

Job#: 3031395

Job Description:

Critical Environment Technician (CET) - Level 3 (Electrical), Data Center

Position Summary

The Level 3 Critical Environment Technician (Electrical) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting mission-critical electrical infrastructure in a data center environment to ensure safe, continuous uptime. This role performs advanced electrical monitoring and maintenance, supports planned work and maintenance windows, responds to abnormal conditions using Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and partners with vendors/contractors to execute work safely and according to site standards.

Key Responsibilities (Electrical - Level 3)

Operations, Monitoring & Documentation

• Perform routine operational rounds/log taking of electrical equipment (e.g., temperatures, voltages, currents) and document findings accurately.
• Monitor performance of critical infrastructure systems and escalate risk conditions appropriately
• Use EPMS/BMS tools to track alarms, trends, and system performance.

Planned Work / Maintenance Execution

• Follow SOPs for planned work in critical environments and support maintenance windows with strong procedural discipline.
• Support electrical infrastructure across a campus (single large facility to multiple smaller sites).
• Execute/support controlled electrical activities such as:
  • Energizing cabinets in colocation/critical spaces
  • RPP shutdown of one source while maintaining critical load on "N"
  • PDU shutdown for meter replacement/support activities
  • Power Interruption Testing (PIT) support
  • Master controller shutdown/replacement support UPS / Batteries / Controls
• Perform and/or support quarterly and annual UPS preventative maintenance, and maintenance for system control panels and batteries.

Troubleshooting & Response

• Assist in troubleshooting, repair, replacement, and calibration of instrument sensors and related monitoring devices
• Respond to abnormal conditions using EOPs, supporting safe incident stabilization and restoration of normal operations.

Safety, Compliance & Site Discipline

• Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures and physical security policies while performing all work.
• Apply a fundamental understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in troubleshooting and safe work practices.
• Vendor / Contractor Support
• Provide escort support and oversight for third-party contractors, vendors, and service providers on-site as required.

Level 3 Expectation

Works with minimal supervision, is a technical escalation point for complex electrical issues, and helps drive procedural excellence and safe execution across shifts

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years work/applied learning experience in a technical field (e.g., electrical, controls, automotive, data center).
• Experience with electrical systems in high-availability / critical infrastructure environments (e.g., data centers, refineries, hospitals, pharma, manufacturing).
• OSHA or OSHA-approved NFPA 70E credential required.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work flexible schedules (including 12-hour shifts, rotating shifts, and 3-5 day work weeks
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior data center experience.
• Experience with EPMS/BMS monitoring platforms
• UPS/battery PM depth and familiarity with major OEM platforms

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a mission-critical data center environment with strict safety and security requirements.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods during rounds and respond to incidents as needed
• Ability to use PPE and follow energized electrical work practices as applicable.

Shift: Sun-Tues with every other WED 12 hr shifts alternating 36/48 work weeks

Pay rate will vary based on qualifications, experience, and certifications ranging from $52-$60/Hr

EEO Employer

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.