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Power Service Technician
Location: Richmond, VA - Heavy Travel Required
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As a Power Service Technician, you will play a key role in the safe startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of mission‑critical power systems across the country. Your expertise ensures optimal system performance in environments where downtime is not an option, directly enabling our ability to scale and meet customer demands. A strong electrical background and technical knowledge are essential for success in this role.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Location: Richmond, VA - Heavy Travel Required
About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As a Power Service Technician, you will play a key role in the safe startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of mission‑critical power systems across the country. Your expertise ensures optimal system performance in environments where downtime is not an option, directly enabling our ability to scale and meet customer demands. A strong electrical background and technical knowledge are essential for success in this role.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Perform onsite startups and commissioning support for PDUs, RPPs, switchboards, and electrical distribution equipment
- Execute electrical testing, verify system settings, and validate proper installation with construction and project teams
- Diagnose field issues, complete warranty repairs, and document service activity clearly and professionally
- Support rotating on-call emergency service and stabilize critical equipment during outages
- Follow OSHA and NFPA 70E safety standards while working in active construction and energized environments
- Assist engineering and production teams during factory weeks with testing, product validation, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- 3–7 years working with low-voltage electrical distribution equipment
- Strong knowledge of 3-phase systems, grounding, protective devices, and control wiring
- Ability to troubleshoot energized and de-energized systems safely
- Experience reading schematics, one-lines, and wiring diagrams
- Comfortable working in data centers or other mission-critical environments
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 75%
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in demanding field environments
- Preferred: UL891 / UL508A / UL67 equipment experience, OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, or manufacturer certifications
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Collaborative, high-energy workplace
Our Core Values
- Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment
- Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds
- Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile
- Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
- Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind
- Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Employees must be able to hear, speak, and communicate effectively. Work occurs in data center environments with potential exposure to electrical hazards, noise, and varying temperatures. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, may be required.
Physical requirements include bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead. Must lift at least 50 lbs, raise arms above shoulder level, and perform overhead work for extended periods. The ability to climb and carry ladders (up to 12 ft), navigate stairways, and work at heights up to 90 ft using ladders, scaffolds, or lifts is essential.
Employees must access restricted areas and wear full PPE. Good vision and hearing and accurate color identification are required. Some projects may lack food facilities, so bringing meals and snacks is necessary.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values. We build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.