Critical Power & Data Center Electrician Jobs

Electricians and critical power technicians for UPS, switchgear, generators, and medium-voltage distribution.

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Data center electrical work is mostly maintenance and switching on energized, redundant systems rather than new installs. That means NFPA 70E discipline, written switching procedures, and an understanding of how the redundancy at the site actually works.

This hub lists critical electrician and critical power openings posted directly to Facility Talent Jobs, plus related federal listings under Additional openings.

What this role does

  • Performs maintenance and switching on medium- and low-voltage switchgear under written procedures
  • Services and tests UPS systems, batteries, static switches, and PDUs
  • Supports generator maintenance, load bank testing, and transfer testing
  • Troubleshoots power quality and breaker issues on live, redundant systems
  • Works with NETA testing firms and OEM field engineers during maintenance windows

Skills and systems employers list

  • Medium-voltage switchgear
  • Low-voltage switchboards
  • UPS and battery systems
  • Static transfer switches and PDUs
  • Diesel generators and paralleling gear
  • Protective relays
  • Load banks
  • EPMS

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Listings are reviewed and posted within 24 hours. Your job shows on the data center role and market pages that match it, plus the main job list.

Pay context: national median wages (BLS)

Occupation (SOC)Annual median wage
Electricians (47-2111)$63,190
Electrical and electronics repairers, commercial and industrial equipment (49-2094)$74,090

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for United States, retrieved Nov 12, 2026. BLS figures are annual median wages for the whole occupation, not only data center roles. Posted pay on individual listings may differ.

Additional openings

6 openings

More openings, shown after Facility Talent Jobs listings.

HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN

Military Treatment Facilities under DHATacoma, Washington$35.90 – $41.99/hrCloses Nov 12, 2026

Electrician (High Voltage)

National Institute of Standards and TechnologyGaithersburg, Maryland$36.49 – $42.63/hrCloses Nov 17, 2026

TITLE 5 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN (MI 127th CES)

Air National Guard UnitsSelfridge ANG Base, Michigan$36.77 – $42.89/hrCloses Nov 18, 2026

ELECTRICIAN (HIGH VOLTAGE)

U.S. Marine CorpsParris Island, South Carolina$28.39 – $33.09/hrCloses Nov 20, 2026

High Voltage Electrician (Craftsman-in-Training)

Western Area Power AdministrationMultiple Locations$56.07 – $76.82/hrCloses Nov 27, 2026

High Voltage Electrician (Journeyman)

Western Area Power AdministrationMultiple Locations$59.81 – $85.36/hrCloses Nov 27, 2026

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Some listings provided by USAJOBS. Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM. Updated Nov 12, 2026, 1:15 PM America/Phoenix.

Coming from another trade?

  • Commercial and industrial electricians: License and troubleshooting carry over; add switching procedures and 70E depth.
  • Power plant and utility electrical techs: Medium-voltage and switching experience is in high demand.
  • Military electricians and Navy electrician’s mates: Procedure-based maintenance on critical power is a direct fit.
  • Facilities maintenance techs with electrical depth: A path into critical facilities, then electrical specialist roles. Browse related jobs.
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FAQ

How is a data center electrician different from a commercial electrician?

Commercial electricians mostly install. Data center electricians mostly maintain, test, and switch energized, redundant systems under written procedures, and they coordinate closely with UPS and switchgear vendors.

Is NFPA 70E training required?

For anyone working on or near energized equipment, employers commonly require current NFPA 70E training. See the certification glossary for what the standard covers.

Do I need a journeyman license?

Many electrician postings require one, but the rules depend on the state and whether the role is operations or construction. UPS and generator technician roles sometimes accept equivalent experience instead.

What are UPS and switchgear technician roles?

They are specialist roles focused on uninterruptible power supplies and batteries, or on medium- and low-voltage distribution equipment. They may work for the site operator or for the OEM and service firms that maintain the gear.

How do employers post a critical electrician opening?

Choose "Data Center – Critical Electrical" on the Post a Job form. $149 single or $349 3-pack, reviewed and posted within 24 hours.

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