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Electrical Commissioning Lead

UNIZON Taskforce Technology
Reno, NV Contractor
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026

Job Title: Electrical Commissioning Lead

Location: Reno, NV – Onsite

Duration: 12 Months Contract

Work Schedule: 10 Days On / 4 Days Off Rotation | 10–12 Hours Per Day


Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead to support large-scale data center commissioning projects. The ideal candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for MV/LV electrical systems, energization activities, and power distribution commissioning.

This role requires strong hands-on field experience in electrical startup, commissioning execution, QA/QC coordination, and system energization within mission-critical or industrial environments.


Key Responsibilities


Pre-Functional Verification (L1–L2)

  • Verify installed equipment against approved drawings and submittals
  • Review QA/QC documentation including:
  • Torque verification reports
  • Insulation resistance testing
  • Electrical testing documentation
  • Support NETA testing activities and documentation review
  • Coordinate with contractors and field teams to ensure installation readiness


Energization Oversight (L3)

  • Support and oversee electrical energization activities
  • Perform phasing and voltage verification
  • Review protective relay settings and coordination
  • Coordinate startup procedures with vendors, contractors, and commissioning teams
  • Ensure compliance with electrical safety and energization protocols


Commissioning Support (L4–L5)

  • Support system-level testing and commissioning execution
  • Track field issues, punch list items, and commissioning deficiencies
  • Coordinate with QA/QC teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
  • Assist with schedule changes and commissioning planning activities
  • Utilize commissioning/CX tracking tools for reporting and documentation


Required Qualifications

  • Strong hands-on experience with MV/LV electrical systems
  • Experience in electrical commissioning and startup activities
  • Familiarity with NETA standards and electrical testing procedures
  • Experience supporting energization and power system startup
  • Ability to coordinate with vendors, contractors, QA/QC, and field teams
  • Strong troubleshooting and issue resolution skills in field environments
  • Experience working in data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial plants, or large infrastructure projects


Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous data center commissioning experience
  • Experience with:
  • Switchgear
  • UPS systems
  • Transformers
  • Protective relays
  • Power distribution systems
  • Knowledge of ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or commissioning tracking tools
  • OSHA, NETA, NICET, or related certifications preferred


Work Environment

  • Rotation-based schedule:
  • 10 consecutive working days onsite
  • Followed by 4 days off
  • Travel to and from project site required

Salary : $80 - $90

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