Overview

ABM Electrical Power Services is seeking a highly experienced Lead Commissioning Technician to support operations and maintenance within a high-tech semiconductor / fab environment. This role is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting critical electrical infrastructure, supporting advanced facility systems, and providing technical leadership to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

Pay: $60-$75 hourly.

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

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management (https://www.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Recruiting-Flyer-Staff-Mgmt-7.28.23.pdf)

The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on expertise with power distribution, motors, VFDs, BMS systems, and preventive maintenance, along with the ability to contribute to system reliability improvements and complex troubleshooting efforts.

Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

· Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex issues across high and low voltage systems including switchgear, panels, breakers, motors, and control circuits.

· Motors, VFDs & Controls Expertise: Lead troubleshooting, testing, and optimization of motors and variable frequency drives (VFDs); support integration with process and facility systems.

· BMS & Control Systems Support: Support and troubleshoot building management systems (BMS), control wiring, sensors, and communication networks within a high-tech facility environment.

· Preventive Maintenance & Inspections: Execute and optimize PM programs and perform detailed inspections to ensure system reliability, compliance, and performance.

· System Operations Support: Maintain and support critical electrical infrastructure including transformers, UPS systems, backup power, and distribution systems.

· Installation & Commissioning Support: Perform and support electrical installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities in alignment with engineering standards.

· Drawings & Schematics: Interpret and apply single-line diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings to support troubleshooting, system understanding, and design validation.

· RCA & Design Review Leadership: Participate in and contribute to root cause analysis (RCA) and design reviews; provide SME-level technical and operational insights to improve reliability, safety, and system performance.

· Union & Contractor Coordination: Lead coordination with in-house staff and union contractors to execute maintenance, projects, and shutdown activities effectively.

· Safety & Compliance: Enforce and adhere to all electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA).

· Documentation & CMMS Execution: Ensure accurate documentation of inspections, PMs, and repairs within CMMS (Maximo preferred); support continuous improvement of maintenance records.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineers, operations, and vendors to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent; technical training, apprenticeship, or advanced certification preferred

· 6-10+ years of experience working with high and low voltage electrical systems in industrial or high-tech environments

· Strong hands-on expertise with motors, VFDs, BMS systems, and complex electrical troubleshooting

· Proven experience in semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, data center, or similar critical facility environments

· Advanced ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings

· Experience leading or contributing to RCAs, troubleshooting reviews, and design discussions

· Experience working with union labor and contractors in a structured environment

· Strong commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence

Preferred Experience:

· Experience with medium voltage systems and critical power infrastructure

· Exposure to fab-specific systems (process tools, cleanroom infrastructure, specialty systems)

· Familiarity with BMS platforms and controls integration in high-tech environments

· Experience using CMMS systems (Maximo preferred) for maintenance and PM management

· Electrical license or certification (state or local preferred)

Success Metrics:

· Electrical system uptime and reliability in a critical environment

· Quality and execution of PMs and inspections

· Resolution of complex electrical issues with minimal downtime

· Contribution to RCA outcomes and system design improvements

· Effective coordination with union and contractor teams

· Compliance with safety standards and procedures

· Accuracy and completeness of CMMS documentation

Why This Role Matters:

This role is critical to sustaining high-reliability operations within a semiconductor / high-tech facility. The position directly supports uptime, safety, and continuous improvement by combining deep technical expertise with operational execution and system-level insight.

REQNUMBER: 151359

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