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Job Title: UPS Technician - Data Center Operations

What this job involves: As a UPS Technician at JLL, you will be responsible for maintaining and servicing uninterruptible power supply systems that provide critical backup power protection for data center operations. You'll work with large-scale UPS systems, battery banks, static transfer switches, and power distribution equipment that ensure continuous power delivery to mission-critical IT infrastructure. This specialized role requires expertise in power electronics and the ability to maintain systems that cannot afford any downtime in a 24/7 data center environment.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Maintain and service large-scale UPS systems including online double-conversion, rotary, and modular UPS configurations

• Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance on battery systems including VRLA, lithium-ion, and wet cell battery banks

• Monitor and test static transfer switches, bypass switches, and automatic transfer switches for proper operation

• Troubleshoot UPS system faults using oscilloscopes, power quality analyzers, and specialized diagnostic equipment

• Execute planned maintenance activities including battery discharge tests, UPS load bank testing, and system transfers

• Respond to critical UPS alarms and power quality issues with immediate technical intervention

• Maintain detailed records of UPS performance data, battery test results, and maintenance activities

• Support UPS system upgrades, capacity expansions, and battery replacement projects

• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, UPS manufacturer specifications, and data center operational procedures

Desired experience and technical skills:

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience with commercial/industrial UPS systems

• Strong electrical background with knowledge of AC/DC power systems and power electronics

• Experience with large-capacity UPS systems (100kVA to 2MW+) from major manufacturers

• Knowledge of battery systems, charging methods, and battery testing procedures

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, UPS control logic, and technical documentation

• Proficiency with electrical test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers

• Understanding of power quality issues, harmonics, and electrical distribution systems

• Physical ability to work with high-voltage equipment and lift up to 50 lbs

• Availability for on-call emergency response and flexible scheduling

Preferred:

• Data center or mission-critical facility experience

• Experience with Schneider Electric, Eaton, Vertiv, or ABB UPS systems

• Knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology and battery management systems

• Electrical license or power systems certification

• Experience with building automation systems and UPS monitoring platforms

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or Power Systems Engineering

• Manufacturer-specific UPS training certifications (APC, Liebert, etc.)

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