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Experienced UPS Field Service Technicians - Northern CA

Posted June 25, 2025
Direct Hire USD 95,000.0 - 102,000.0

Job Overview

Job Title: UPS Field Service Engineer
Location: San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $95,000 – $102,000 per year


About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled UPS Field Service Engineer to bring expertise in power electronics and critical power systems to our team. This home-based role requires travel to customer sites within the region to perform start-ups, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of UPS and related equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Commission, maintain, and provide emergency support for power electronics equipment at customer sites within your regional area.
  • Conduct detailed design reviews focused on commissioning, develop test procedures and reports, and manage on-site testing activities.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, respond to emergencies, and execute equipment start-ups or field modifications as needed.
  • Participate in ongoing training sessions at company headquarters covering OEM units, SOPs, testing tools, and system rebuilds.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues in collaboration with the support team to resolve equipment maintenance or operational challenges.
  • Contribute to the creation and improvement of Methods of Procedures (MOPs) and consult with supervisors on complex issues.
  • Complete timely and accurate Field Service Reports after each assignment.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

  • 3 to 5+ years’ experience in critical power electronics, with ability to troubleshoot to component level on equipment such as UPS, batteries, PDUs, and STS units.
  • Skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent customer service orientation.
  • Proven ability to work independently and demonstrate resourcefulness.
  • Physical capability to perform repeated bending and lifting up to 100 lbs as required.
  • Willingness to work nights and weekends when necessary.
  • Familiarity with general computer hardware and software applications.
  • Previous experience with 3rd party UPS service is a plus.
  • UPS OEM factory training or experience with Liebert/Emerson/Vertiv, APC/MGE/Schneider, Eaton/Powerware is required.
  • Technical degree or military experience/training considered a plus.

Education:

  • Technical graduate from a two-year accredited engineering or technical school
    OR
  • 3-5 years technician experience in related power electronics field

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary within $95,000 - $102,000 range
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance

Work Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday
  • Occasional travel up to 25%

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Field Service Engineer to join a reputable company and work with cutting-edge critical power technologies in a dynamic, supportive environment.

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