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 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.

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.