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• Lead and install DC Power installations (Charger, UPS, and Battery) being performed by Telecom personnel according to customer and manufacturer specifications.
• Lead and install DC power plant upgrades and replacements related to primary and secondary distribution equipment including PBD’s, BDFB’s, BDCBB’s, inverters &converters.
• Read and interpret detailed specifications and install battery plants (24VDC, 48VDC, 130VDC and UPS).
• Assure work standards while installing ironwork and cable rack with knowledge of zone 4 environment requirements.
• Lead teams running, lacing, and crimping lugs for power cable and all other duties associated with the installation and maintenance of DC power.
• Troubleshoot, test and inspect all types of DC (Charger, UPS, and Battery) systems.
• Perform work related tasks according to company guidelines for scheduled maintenance.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and product specifications.
• Assure work standards by training, coaching and developing personnel to increase morale and maintain a safe, healthy and productive work environment.
• Coordinate man-power requirements by increasing or decreasing personnel and overtime to meet changing conditions.
• Estimate, requisition, and inspect materials.
• Perform activities of personnel supervised.
• Interpret company policies to personnel and enforce safety regulations in adherence to OSHA safety standards.

• This position leads the work of other DC Power Technicians.

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• Travel away from home for several weeks may be required on demand. Shift work required on demand.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors, on ladders, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to work with and around electrical wires and components and/or ESD products.
• Ability to work remotely at construction or installation sites.

• Maintain awareness of new and emerging technologies and their potential application on client engagements.
• Experience leading teams installing, replacing and maintaining battery plants (VRLA, Wet Cells, NiCADs & alternative battery systems).
• Experience with BDFB/BDCBB installations and Battery growth installs.
• Ability to lead a team’s daily operations without direct supervision
• Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines.
• Ability to suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Ability to evaluate site conditions to include environmental temperature and general operating conditions without supervision.
• Ability to recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints.
• Solid foundation of OHM’s law and electronic theory.
• Thorough working knowledge of equipment used in the maintenance and testing of batteries and UPS systems, including but not limited to cellcorder, MK4,digital/mechanical hydrometers, DVM and accessories, DLRO, load test equipment and O-Scopes.
• Excellent working knowledge of electricity UPS theory and the electro-chemical theory of batteries.

• High school diploma.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in  electrical field or engineering preferred or military equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in hands-on UPS and DC battery services installing -48V and +24V standalone power systems
• Work experience in ISO/TL 9000 certified operations.