Sr. Electrical Preventative Maintenance Technician

Role Summary

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Preventive Maintenance Electrical Technician to lead, plan, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for critical electrical systems and infrastructure. This is a senior, hands-on technical role requiring extensive experience with power distribution, circuit protection, and mission-critical electrical equipment.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in electrical systems, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and proven experience maintaining and servicing circuit breakers, switchgear, and power distribution equipment in industrial, commercial, or secure facility environments. This role plays a key part in ensuring system reliability, safety, and minimal unplanned downtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities for complex electrical systems across the facility.
• Perform detailed inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of electrical infrastructure including circuit breakers (LV/MV), switchgear, panels, transformers, and power distribution systems.
• Conduct advanced diagnostics such as infrared thermography, electrical load analysis, insulation resistance testing, and breaker performance testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical failures, root-cause issues, and system inefficiencies.
• Maintain and service motors, variable speed drives (VSDs), power distribution units (PDUs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Perform breaker racking, testing, coordination verification, and maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
• Support and mentor junior technicians, providing technical guidance and best-practice instruction.
• Collaborate with mechanical, HVAC, controls, and facilities teams to support integrated maintenance operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation using CMMS or equivalent systems.
• Ensure all work complies with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, local electrical codes, and internal safety procedures.
• Monitor electrical system condition and performance, recommending upgrades, repairs, or replacements to improve reliability and safety.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance prior to starting with Leidos
• High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade education strongly preferred).
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance within industrial, commercial, data center, or critical facility environments.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting circuit breakers, switchgear, and power distribution systems.
• Strong working knowledge of AC/DC systems, three-phase power, electrical protection, and grounding systems.
• Proficiency using advanced electrical test equipment (multimeters, megohmmeters, clamp meters, IR cameras, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in high-reliability environments.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, work in electrical rooms, and lift equipment as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license.
• Technical certification, trade school training, or military electrical background.
• Experience with medium-voltage systems, protective relays, and breaker coordination studies.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and electrical safety best practices.
• Prior experience in secure, mission-critical, or high-availability facilities.
• Leadership experience or prior role as a lead or senior technician.

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Salary

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

About the Company

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:

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