Commissioning Technician
Role Overview
EPI Power is seeking Commissioning Technicians to support the startup, testing, and
commissioning of mission-critical electrical systems on large-scale data center projects.
This field-
based role works alongside Commissioning Leads, Energy Marshals, project teams, and trade
partners to verify that electrical systems are installed, tested, documented, and operating as
designed before being placed into service.
Commissioning Technicians play an important role in verifying the performance, reliability, and
safety of critical electrical infrastructure throughout construction and commissioning.
Candidates
will be considered based on their experience, technical qualifications, and applicable electrical
licensing.
Prior commissioning experience is not required.
Candidates with strong electrical
fundamentals, troubleshooting abilities, and a willingness to develop commissioning skills are
encouraged to apply.
Specific responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on experience, technical proficiency,
and project requirements.
This role may require extended work schedules, including weekends and holidays, based on project
demands.
EPI Power, LLC is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company specializing
in data center construction.
Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction
solutions on a fast-track basis.
We value our people as our greatest asset and are committed to
building a strong safety-driven, inclusive, and growth-focused culture.
Key Skills for This Role
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What You'll Do
- Perform or support pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems testing on electrical
- equipment and critical power systems.
- Support commissioning activities on switchgear, UPS systems, generators, ATS/STS
- equipment, PDUs, RPPs, busway, and other electrical distribution systems.
- Complete equipment verification checks against electrical drawings, specifications,
- submittals, and manufacturer requirements.
- Perform or assist with insulation resistance (megger), continuity, phase rotation, torque
- verification, and voltage testing.
- Set up, operate, maintain, and monitor electrical testing equipment and load banks.
- Read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, construction drawings, test procedures,
- and sequences of operation.
- Record test data, photos, and field observations using commissioning software and project
- documentation tools.
- Identify, document, and help resolve deficiencies, installation issues, and test failures.
- Support witness testing with owners, contractors, vendors, and commissioning agents.
- Maintain testing equipment, tools, and required documentation.
- Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO), NFPA 70E, energized work permit, and site-specific safety
requirements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- What We're Looking For
- Experience in electrical construction, industrial maintenance, commissioning, QA/QC,
- startup, testing, troubleshooting, or related electrical work.
- Data center, mission-critical, industrial, manufacturing, utility, or large commercial
- Experience working with electrical distribution equipment, critical power systems, or
- Previous commissioning experience is beneficial but not required.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project teams and trade partners.
- Ability to follow technical instructions, testing procedures, and established safety
- practices.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to understand safety
- instructions, follow job-related directions, and complete required documentation in
- English.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments.
- Technical Knowledge
- Understanding of electrical systems, power distribution equipment, and critical power
- infrastructure.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, construction drawings,
- specifications, and test procedures.
- Familiarity with electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, clamp meters, meggers,
- torque tools, and similar diagnostic equipment.
- Understanding of electrical commissioning, startup, functional testing, and integrated
- Applicable state electrical licensing may be required depending on project responsibilities
- and location.
- Technology
- Ability to use mobile devices, tablets, and project-related applications for timekeeping,
- safety documentation, communication, field reporting, quality control documentation, and
- viewing project drawings or installation information.
- Ability to learn and utilize commissioning software, company systems, and project
- documentation platforms.
- Work Environment
- This position is performed primarily on active construction sites and within mission-critical
- facilities. Employees may be required to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely
- navigate construction environments while wearing required PPE. The work environment may
- include exposure to energized electrical equipment, generators, load banks, elevated work areas,
- construction equipment, noise, dust, and changing site conditions. Employees must follow all
- applicable safety procedures and wear required PPE, including arc-rated PPE when applicable.
- Employees must be willing to travel and work on projects based on business needs, including
- overtime, weekends, and holidays.
- Physical Demands
- Employees regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and work on uneven surfaces.
- Employees may frequently lift, carry, and move tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Experience
- construction experience preferred.
- electrical testing preferred.
- Electrical apprenticeship training or journeyman-level experience preferred.
Skills
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project teams and trade partners.
- Ability to follow technical instructions, testing procedures, and established safety
- practices.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to understand safety
- instructions, follow job-related directions, and complete required documentation in
- English.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments.
- Technical Knowledge
- Understanding of electrical systems, power distribution equipment, and critical power
- infrastructure.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, construction drawings,
- specifications, and test procedures.
- Familiarity with electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, clamp meters, meggers,
- torque tools, and similar diagnostic equipment.
- Knowledge of NEC requirements and NFPA 70E electrical safety practices preferred.
- Understanding of electrical commissioning, startup, functional testing, and integrated
- systems testing preferred.
- OSHA 10, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E training, or equivalent certifications preferred.
- Applicable state electrical licensing may be required depending on project responsibilities
- and location.
- Technology
- Ability to use mobile devices, tablets, and project-related applications for timekeeping,
- safety documentation, communication, field reporting, quality control documentation, and
- viewing project drawings or installation information.
- Ability to learn and utilize commissioning software, company systems, and project
- documentation platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- construction experience preferred.
- electrical testing preferred.
- Electrical apprenticeship training or journeyman-level experience preferred.
- Knowledge of NEC requirements and NFPA 70E electrical safety practices preferred.
- systems testing preferred.
- OSHA 10, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E training, or equivalent certifications preferred.
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