Electrical Commissioning Technician – Hybrid

Decima International

. Support independent, third-party commissioning of electrical systems on data center projects under the direction of a Commissioning Engineer .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeAllen • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in commissioning electrical systems, particularly in data center environments, with a strong ability to perform inspections, testing, and documentation in compliance with industry standards. Proficient in reading electrical schematics and utilizing various testing equipment to ensure system integrity and performance.

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Commissioning ExperienceData Center Power DistributionNFPA 70E TrainingElectrical Testing EquipmentIntegrated Systems Testing

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Hard Skills

Commissioning Electrical SystemsReading Electrical SchematicsPerforming Insulation Resistance TestsConducting Primary and Secondary Injection TestingExecuting Load Bank CoordinationDocumenting Field DeficienciesCompleting Test ScriptsWitnessing Equipment Start-UpUnderstanding Single-Line DiagramsPerforming Torque and Grounding Checks

Soft Skills

Clear Written CommunicationVerbal Communication SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Insulation TestersMicro-OhmmetersPower Quality MetersThermal ImagersCommissioning Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

NFPA 70E TrainingOSHA 10 TrainingOSHA 30 TrainingJourneyman Electrician LicenseNETA Certification

Industry Keywords

Data Center ProjectsMedium-Voltage SwitchgearLow-Voltage SwitchgearUPS SystemsBattery SystemsElectrical Power Monitoring SystemsHigh-Density Power ArchitecturesDC Power ArchitecturesLockout/Tagout ProceduresArc-Flash Boundary Compliance

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support independent, third-party commissioning of electrical systems on data center projects under the direction of a Commissioning Engineer
Inspect delivered and installed medium- and low-voltage switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS and battery systems, PDUs, busway, and cabling against approved drawings and submittals
Perform and witness installation and static checks, including terminations, torque, insulation resistance, polarity, phase rotation, grounding and bonding, and relay/protection settings
Witness contractor and vendor testing, including primary and secondary injection testing, breaker testing, and thermography
Support energization, equipment start-up, and Level 4 functional testing
Support Integrated Systems Testing, utility-loss scenarios, load bank coordination, and shift coverage
Document deficiencies with photographs and descriptions and track corrective actions through closure
Complete checklists, test scripts, and daily reports in the commissioning platform
Follow NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, arc-flash boundary, and permit requirements
Maintain independent reporting in accordance with Decima’s conflict-of-interest and independence policy

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of commissioning experience on electrical systems
2 to 3 years of experience on data center projects
Working knowledge of data center power distribution
Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams and electrical schematics
Experience using insulation testers, micro-ohmmeters, power quality meters, and thermal imagers
Current NFPA 70E training
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training, or the ability to obtain it
Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to maintain accurate field documentation
Authorization to work in the United States
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
Ability to travel 50–75% and work extended site assignments
Ability to lift 50 lbs and wear required PPE
Preferred: experience witnessing UPS, battery, and generator testing
Preferred: familiarity with electrical power monitoring systems
Preferred: familiarity with high-density and DC power architectures, including 800VDC
Preferred: journeyman electrician license, NETA certification, or equivalent technical training
Preferred: experience supporting Integrated Systems Testing in a live-load or high-density data center

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel, lodging, and per diem are provided per company policy
Professional development opportunities
Growth opportunities
Extended site assignments with planned site rotation
Equal Opportunity Employer committed to safety and well-being