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DC Power Technician - Cleveland OH

Cleveland, OH 46032

Posted: 10/23/2024 Job Number: 9139

Job Description


 

Welcome to Broadstaff! We are one of the industry's most trusted staffing partners for all things Telecom - Wireless Infrastructure. With over 30 years of combined experience in Telecom, Energy and Technology, our team remains devoted to helping companies find great people and helping people find great jobs.

 

Job Summary: 

The DC Power Technician performs work associated with the addition and/or removal of communications power equipment (rectifiers, batteries, cabinets). Run, lace and terminate power, ground cable, and alarm connections as well as construction of infrastructure related to DC power systems.  This role assists with project coordination while interfacing with customers and field representatives to monitor all installation requirements.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Install DC Power installations (Charger, UPS, and Battery) being performed by Telecom personnel according to customer and manufacturer specifications
  • Install DC power plant upgrades and replacements related to primary and secondary distribution equipment including PBD’s, BDFB’s, BDCBB’s, inverters &converters
  • Read and interpret detailed specifications and install battery plants (24VDC, 48VDC, 130VDC and UPS)
  • Assure work standards while installing ironwork and cable rack with knowledge of zone 4 environment requirements
  • Running, lacing, and crimping lugs for power cable and all other duties associated with the installation and maintenance of DC power
  • Troubleshoot, test and inspect all types of DC (Charger, UPS, and Battery) systems Perform work related tasks according to company guidelines for scheduled maintenance
  • Assure work standards by training, develop skills to increase morale and maintain a safe, healthy and productive work environment
  • Estimate, requisition, and inspect materials
  • Perform activities requested by the Lead installer
  • Interpret company policies to personnel and enforce safety regulations in adherence to OSHA safety standards

Managerial Responsibility: 
  • This position can require assistance to the Lead in managing lower level personnel 

Physical Demands:
  • Travel away from home for several weeks may be required on demand. Shift work required on demand
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work outdoors, on ladders, and in confined spaces
  • Ability to work with and around electrical wires and components and/or ESD products
  • Ability to work remotely at construction or installation sites

Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies and their potential application on client engagements
  • Experience leading teams installing, replacing and maintaining battery plants (VRLA, Wet Cells, NiCADs & alternative battery systems)
  • Experience with BDFB/BDCBB installations and Battery growth installs
  • Ability to perform work without constant oversight by Lead installer
  • Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines
  • Ability to suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew
  • Ability to evaluate site conditions to include environmental temperature and general operating conditions without supervision
  • Ability to recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints
  • Solid foundation of OHM’s law and electronic theory
  • Thorough working knowledge of equipment used in the maintenance and testing of batteries and UPS systems, including but not limited to cellcorder, MK4,digital/mechanical hydrometers, DVM and accessories, DLRO, load test equipment and O-Scopes
  • Excellent working knowledge of electricity UPS theory and the electro-chemical theory of batteries

Education and Experience Required:
  • High School Diploma required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree in electrical field or engineering preferred or military equivalent
  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in hands-on UPS and DC battery services installing -48V and +24V standalone power systems
  • Work experience in ISO/TL 9000 certified operations

 
  • Broadstaff, LLC., provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification protected by federal, state or local laws.     
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