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Electrical Maintenance Technician - Dulles, VA

Comfort Systems USA, Chesapeake, VA, United States


Primary Role
The Electrical Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in industrial and manufacturing environments. The technician ensures compliance with

NFPA 70B , OEM specifications, and

NETA

standards while maintaining the reliability, safety, and efficiency of facility electrical infrastructure. This role supports uptime and continuous operations by servicing power distribution equipment, motors, controls, and related components.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical preventive maintenance and testing in accordance with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards

Conduct infrared thermography to identify abnormal heat signatures and potential electrical faults

Complete visual inspections of electrical components, wiring, and connections to identify wear, contamination, or damage

Clean, lubricate, and mechanically service electrical equipment to ensure proper performance and longevity

Perform electrical testing on power distribution systems, control equipment, and motors to verify proper functionality

Assess equipment condition and operating environments to identify maintenance risks and improvement opportunities

Apply proper safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc‑flash awareness, and reviewing current arc‑flash studies

Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives and integrate safe work practices into all job tasks

Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, test results, corrective actions, and recommendations

Proactively identify and mitigate potential issues to minimize downtime and cost impacts

Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members regarding work performed and equipment condition

Instruct, implement and enforce the company safety program and site specific safety requirements incidents are preventable is critical to our success

Requirements

Ideally 5+ years of experience in an industrial electrical maintenance setting

Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, and industrial electrical installations

Ability to develop and execute preventive maintenance strategies aligned with industry standards

High proficiency using electrical tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment

Strong computer proficiency, including the ability to generate, review, upload, and send reports and project information

Ability to interpret and apply arc‑flash studies and safety protocols

Extensive knowledge of current NEC rules and regulations

Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E and other rules and regulations in regards to construction safety

Strong knowledge of scheduling and reporting processes for maintenance activities

Identification and mitigation of potential issues before cost impacts

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and customer interaction

Customer growth mindset with a focus on reliability, safety, and productivity

Well‑developed decision‑making skills, particularly regarding equipment safety and operational impact

Demonstrates and enforces company and site‑specific safety requirements with zero tolerance for unsafe behaviors, reinforcing that all incidents are preventable through consistent safe work practices

NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B electrical safety and maintenance training/certification preferred, but not required

OEM‑specific equipment training and certification preferred, but not required

NETA electrical testing and maintenance certification, preferably QEMW, preferred but not required

Ability to travel frequently up to 100% of the time, including by airline and other methods

Above average mechanical aptitude, basic mathematic ability, and the ability to read construction documents

The willingness to participate in field training, whether it by OJT, classroom‑based, or completely virtual

Required

Ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to talk and hear.

Compliance with Amteck’s dress code and personal appearance policies.

To perceive or comprehend by the sense of sight. Characteristics are: Focus, Color perception or depth perception. Must be able to see small objects and small print on dials and drawings

Employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and remain sitting for long periods of time. Employee will frequently use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This includes lifting arm(s) above shoulder level to install equipment.

Ability to manipulate materials and/or equipment up to 50 lbs, frequently and at long distances (30+ feet) as needed.

Ability to move up or mount by using the hands or feet to include: Ladders - Step stool, 8' to 10' ladder, extension ladder, Stairways - 3 or more flights. This includes working at heights over 30 feet.

To stretch out, extend, or put forth a bodily part. To touch or grasp something, by extending or stretching. To touch, lift, hold or operate with the hands up to 50 times daily.

To bend forward or down from the middle of the waist or the middle of the back, to bend, downwards, to lower oneself and/or to move freely on hands and knees between 20-50 times daily.

Perform skilled work in cramped areas, overhead, at heights, and in a variety of weather conditions.

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