Electrical Technician - Data Center Operations & Maintenance
Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates · Full Time
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- Experience
- 8+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 hour ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Diploma / ITI in Electrical Engineering
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
Overview
We are inviting applications for the position of Electrical Technician to join a critical Data Center Operations & Maintenance team. This role is pivotal in upholding the electrical infrastructure to guarantee continuous uptime and optimal operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance on essential electrical equipment.
- Oversee and sustain UPS systems, battery banks, generators, ATS/STS devices, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, RPPs, and low voltage power distribution setups.
- Perform regular inspections, monitor alarm systems, and proactively detect issues before failures occur.
- Assist in power switching operations, manage shutdown procedures, support commissioning tasks, and execute emergency power recovery when necessary.
- Diagnose electrical malfunctions, power irregularities, and component breakdowns.
- Adhere strictly to Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), Permit to Work (PTW), and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) protocols.
- Document maintenance activities, incident details, inspection findings, and prepare shift handover reports meticulously.
Qualifications and Experience
- Completed Diploma or ITI in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- At least eight years' experience specifically in Data Center Operations & Maintenance.
- Comprehensive understanding of essential power infrastructure and electrical testing methodologies.
- Experience with Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Certifications such as C-Net, Uptime Institute credentials, EPI, or similar are preferred.
- Availability and readiness to work in 24x7 rotational shifts.
Additional Information
This role requires working in shift-based operations to maintain continuous support of data center electrical systems.
Minimum education
Diploma / ITI / Vocational
Skills
How they work
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Work Ethic