DC Power Technician/Installer

DC Power Technician
Ohio - Cleveland/Columbus

We're looking for a skilled DC Power Technician to support telecom infrastructure upgrades across various sites. This hands-on role involves installing and maintaining DC power systems-such as rectifiers, batteries, and UPS units-according to client and industry standards. The technician will also assist with field coordination, material tracking, and ensure all installation work meets project scope and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, upgrade, and replace DC power systems (UPS, chargers, and batteries) following OEM and customer specs
• Build and modify primary/secondary distribution equipment (PBDs, BDFBs, BDCBBs, inverters/converters)
• Terminate and lace power and ground cabling, perform lug crimping, and connect alarms
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, blueprints, and line diagrams (24VDC, 48VDC, 130VDC)
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and load testing on battery plants and UPS systems
• Install ironwork and cable rack with understanding of seismic/Zone 4 requirements
• Lead and support crews on-site; assist with training and enforcing safety protocols
• Estimate, request, and inspect job materials; follow direction from Lead Installer
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and internal safety policies

Requirements:

• 4+ years of hands-on experience with DC power installations, UPS, and battery systems (-48V, +24V)
• Familiar with VRLA, wet cell, NiCAD, and emerging battery systems
• Strong background in BDFB/BDCBB installations and battery expansions
• Ability to work independently, follow technical documents, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
• Proficient in interpreting blueprints, power schematics, and electrical theory
• Skilled with diagnostic tools (DVMs, hydrometers, DLROs, load testers, o-scopes)
• Understanding of OHM's Law and electrochemical principles of batteries
• Comfortable working in the field, including outdoors, ladders, confined spaces, and near electrical components
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and commit to job-related travel as needed

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.

If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.