DC Power Installation Technician

DC Power Installation Technician NNSI•3.0 Ankeny, IA Job Details Full-time $25•$35 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications CPR Certification Data center experience Labeling Cable termination Equipment installation First aid OSHA 10 Mid-level 3 years OSHA 30 Electrical systems installation First Aid Certification Power distribution systems Driving Telecommunication Commissioning phase involvement Hand tools Safety protocol implementation

Full Job Description Help Wanted:

DC Power Installation Technicians•Central Office Projects We are hiring DC Power Technicians to support large-scale Central Office (CO) infrastructure upgrades and installations. If you specialize in•48V DC power systems , battery plants, BDFB installations, and grounding, this is your opportunity to work on high-impact telecommunications projects across [region].

Position:

DC Power Installation Technician•

Central Office Location:

West Region•

Travel Required Employment Type:

Full Time and Unit Based Pay Range:

$25•35 p/h based on skill set, Unit-based opportunities are also available.

Core Responsibilities:

Install, route, and terminate DC power cabling •48V) from primary sources to distribution points and network elements. Build and install Battery Distribution Fuse Bays (BDFBs) , fuse panels , rectifier systems , and battery strings in accordance with Telcordia GR-295 and GR-1089 standards. Perform lugs, crimping, torquing , and termination of 10 AWG to 750 MCM cables using industry-grade hydraulic tools. Complete load balancing , polarity checks, and circuit labeling. Perform grounding and bonding to central office standards (e.g., grounding bars, halo systems, busbars). Conduct power-up procedures , test load capacity, verify voltage thresholds, and ensure alarm connectivity. Read and interpret engineering prints , build sheets, and customer specifications for power deployment. Follow strict safety protocols and ensure all work meets NEBS and customer standards.

Qualifications:

3+ years experience with central office or data center DC power systems . Familiar with battery maintenance, load testing , and commissioning of new power systems. Ability to work from ladders, lifts, or confined spaces and perform cable pulls in overhead/underfloor environments and stack / unstack batteries. Must be proficient with tools to include hydraulic crimpers, cutters, torque wrenches, multimeters, and load testers. Comfortable working around live DC power and following lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures. Clean driving record and ability to travel to job sites. Multiple overnight travel is required. Per Diem and other travel benefits are provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with equipment from vendors such as Vertiv, Eltek, Alpha, and OmniOn Power. OSHA 10 or 30 certification, First Aid/CPR, or

NFPA-70E

training. Familiarity with telco standards from major carriers (e.g., AT&T, Verizon, Lumen). Previous work in live central office environments without service interruption.

We Offer:

Long-term project stability with top-tier telecom clients Advancement opportunities into Lead Tech and Field Supervisor roles A strong safety culture and supportive, knowledgeable team Power Up Your Career — ! ? apply at www.nnsi.net.