Critical Facilities Electrical Technician - Night Shift

ABM Industries Inc

Ashburn, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Aviation Industry, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Clean Technologies, Commercial Real Estate, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Documentation, E Programming Language, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Facilities Engineering, HVAC, High School Diploma, Homeland Security, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Military, Military Industry, National Electrical Code, Network Operations Center, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), OSHA, Operational Support, Physical Demands, Real Estate, Safety Process, Safety Training, Schematics, Service Delivery, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Switchgear, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Maintenance, Systems Reliability, Technical Delivery, Technical Writing, Test Equipment, Testing, Training Program, United States Military
LOCATION
Ashburn, VA
POSTED
6 days ago

The Service Electrician - Second Shift is responsible for providing after-hours electrical operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair support for a mission-critical data center. This role supports electrical system reliability, safety, and performance during second-shift operations, including scheduled maintenance windows, alarm response, and shift turnover with day-shift teams.

The position requires strong technical expertise, independent judgment, clear documentation, and strict adherence to mission-critical procedures.

Pay: $45.00 per hour plus uplift for night shift

The pay listed is the pay range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you'll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you're looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.

ABM directs all applicants to apply at www.abm.com/careers. ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes or submissions outside of this portal. Applicants should submit their application by clicking Apply Now.

For more information, visit www.abm.com

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 4-6 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience; mission-critical or data center experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems and critical power infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Proficient in the use of electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
  • Ability to work independently during off-peak hours with minimal supervision while following escalation procedures.
  • Strong communication skills, especially for shift handoffs, escalation, and written documentation.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school preferred.

Preferred Certifications / Training

  • Journeyman Electrician license or state-recognized equivalent preferred
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
  • NFPA 70E training preferred
  • Data center or critical facilities training preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and work in electrical and mechanical rooms for extended periods.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights as required.

Work Environment

  • Mission-critical data center environment requiring high attention to detail, procedural discipline, safety awareness, and reliable shift documentation.
  • Second-shift coverage; occasional extended hours or emergency response may be required.

Why ABM

ABM Mission Critical Solutions supports highly reliable data center environments where precision, safety, and uptime are essential. Our electricians work with advanced electrical systems in a structured, safety-first culture with opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.

  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including switchgear, panels, breakers, transformers, lighting systems, receptacles, and power distribution equipment.
  • Support electrical infrastructure associated with critical systems, including UPS systems, generators, ATS/STS equipment, and emergency power distribution, within contract scope and qualifications.
  • Monitor electrical systems and respond to alarms, alerts, and service requests during second shift.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues using appropriate testing equipment and approved procedures.
  • Execute all work in accordance with approved SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, lockout/tagout, arc-flash requirements, and change-control processes.
  • Support planned maintenance activities and minor electrical work scheduled during second-shift maintenance windows.
  • Coordinate with Mechanical, HVAC, Controls, and Chiller teams to support integrated system operations.
  • Escort and oversee third-party electrical contractors, OEM technicians, or vendors performing after-hours work.
  • Provide clear and accurate shift turnover documentation to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Accurately record all work performed, findings, and corrective actions in the CMMS.
  • Maintain strict adherence to safety requirements, applicable codes, environmental policies, and company standards.
  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including switchgear, panels, breakers, transformers, lighting systems, receptacles, and power distribution equipment.
  • Support electrical infrastructure associated with critical systems, including UPS systems, generators, ATS/STS equipment, and emergency power distribution, within contract scope and qualifications.
  • Monitor electrical systems and respond to alarms, alerts, and service requests during second shift.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues using appropriate testing equipment and approved procedures.
  • Execute all work in accordance with approved SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, lockout/tagout, arc-flash requirements, and change-control processes.
  • Support planned maintenance activities and minor electrical work scheduled during second-shift maintenance windows.
  • Coordinate with Mechanical, HVAC, Controls, and Chiller teams to support integrated system operations.
  • Escort and oversee third-party electrical contractors, OEM technicians, or vendors performing after-hours work.
  • Provide clear and accurate shift turnover documentation to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Accurately record all work performed, findings, and corrective actions in the CMMS.
  • Maintain strict adherence to safety requirements, applicable codes, environmental policies, and company standards.

About the Company

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ABM Industries Inc

ABM offers a wide variety of service-related positions, including electricians, HVAC technicians, security officers, parking attendants, and cleaning jobs. ABM cares about your success.

We provide training so that you learn new job skills and take pride in the quality service you're giving to clients. You'll look like the trained professional you are when you wear a ABM uniform.For your health and safety, we use non-toxic cleaning products and up-to-date equipment.

Our internal training program focuses on teaching you the skills and processes that have helped many of our employees starting out as a janitor, cashier, security officer or building engineer grow into various management roles throughout the company. These jobs aren't your everyday at ABM; they are careers.

Thousands of commercial, industrial, government and retail clients look to ABM for consistent quality service that meets their specialized facility service needs including commercial cleaning and maintenance, facility engineering, energy efficiency, parking and security services.

With fiscal 2011 revenues of approximately $4.2 billion and nearly 100,000 employees, our 300+ offices across the U.S. and various international locales enable us to provide custom facility solutions to sites of all sizes — from neighborhood banks and schools to the largest and most complex facilities, such as corporate office parks and major airports.

With more than 300+ offices located throughout the country, we are always accepting applications for janitorial maintenance, landscaping gardeners, security guards, parking attendants, shuttle drivers and building engineers.

ABM IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (MINORITY/FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABILITY)

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
FOUNDED
1909
WEBSITE
http://www.abm.com/