Lead Commissioning Technician

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

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

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:

· 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.

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ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information, visit http://www.abm.com.

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