Electrical Mechanical Installer

Vertiv
San Antonio, TX

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior electrical and mechanical installers who thrive in high-standard, fast-paced environments and have experience with data center infrastructure.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3+ years of electrical/mechanical installation experience in data centers or industrial settings
    — “3+ years of experience in electrical and/or mechanical system installation (data center, industrial, or commercial projects preferred)”
  • Professionals who can interpret blueprints and work independently or in teams
    — “Ability to work from blueprints, schematics, and detailed installation drawings”
  • Individuals with a proven track record in commissioning and integration of electrical systems
    — “Support testing, commissioning, and integration of electrical and mechanical systems”

Things to consider

  • High travel commitment required, with up to 80% of time spent on the road
    — “Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% of the time”
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as visa sponsorship is not provided
    — “Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States”
  • Work involves exposure to extreme weather conditions and heavy physical labor
    — “Extreme cold (below 32*), Extreme heat (above 100*), Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.)”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with data center builds and commissioning in your resume and interviews
    — “Experience in data center builds, commissioning, or facility operations”
  • Emphasize your ability to collaborate with project managers and engineers
    — “Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site leads to ensure installations meet design intent and customer standards”
  • Demonstrate your safety awareness and adherence to company policies
    — “Maintain a strong focus on site safety, adhering to all company and general contractor policies”
  • Showcase your ability to communicate effectively with clients and teams
    — “Communicate effectively with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth field execution”
  • Include any certifications such as OSHA 10/30 or Journeyman Electrician
    — “Journeyman Electrician or HVAC certification (or equivalent field experience)”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • safe and precise installation of electrical and mechanical systems
  • supporting testing and commissioning
  • collaborating with project teams
Typical background
electrical and mechanical installation experienceconstruction safety standards knowledge

Skills & requirements

Required

Electrical InstallationMechanical InstallationHVAC InstallationNEC ComplianceMechanical Best PracticesBlueprint ReadingCommunicationSafety Awareness

Preferred

Journeyman Electrician Or HVAC CertificationData Center BuildsOSHA 10/30 CertificationCritical Power Infrastructure

Stack & domain

NEC ComplianceHVAC SystemsCracsCrahsChilled Water PipingUPSPdusGeneratorsJourneyman ElectricianHVAC CertificationData CenterIndustrialCommercial Projects

About the role

Original posting from Vertiv

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Mechanical Installer to support our growing data center construction and commissioning projects across the U.S. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the safe and precise installation of electrical systems, HVAC, and mechanical components that power and cool mission-critical facilities. The ideal candidate has strong field experience, understands NEC compliance and mechanical best practices, and thrives in fast-paced, high-standard environments. This position is customer-facing and requires excellent communication, professionalism, and safety awareness on active construction sites. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Install and terminate electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, conduit, and controls in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) 

Perform mechanical and HVAC system installations supporting cooling and environmental systems within data centers 

Install and support mechanical and HVAC systems such as CRACs, CRAHs, ducting, and piping. 

Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, one-lines, and P&IDs 

Support testing, commissioning, and integration of electrical and mechanical systems 

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site leads to ensure installations meet design intent and customer standards 

Maintain a strong focus on site safety, adhering to all company and general contractor policies 

Communicate effectively with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth field execution 

QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of experience in electrical and/or mechanical system installation (data center, industrial, or commercial projects preferred) 

Strong understanding of NEC requirements and construction safety standards 

Familiarity with HVAC systems, air handling units, CRACs/CRAHs, and chilled water piping 

Ability to work from blueprints, schematics, and detailed installation drawings 

Self-motivated and capable of working independently or within a project team 

Excellent communication and customer interaction skills 

Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% of the time 

Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Journeyman Electrician or HVAC certification (or equivalent field experience) 

Experience in data center builds, commissioning, or facility operations 

OSHA 10/30 certification or equivalent site safety training 

Understanding of critical power infrastructure (UPS, PDUs, generators) and mechanical cooling systems 

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Medium Lifting (30 Ibs. – 45 Ibs.)

Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.)

Frequent Standing

Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping 

Frequent bending / twisting

Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders)

Frequent driving (car, van, truck)

Extreme cold (below 32*)

Extreme heat (above 100*)

Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard)

Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)

Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.)

Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

80%

Due to the safety sensitive aspect of the role, candidates are required to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. In addition, you will also be required to complete and pass a pre-employment background check.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. 

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus
  • Operational Excellence
  • Innovation
  • Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

Own it

Act with urgency

Foster a customer-first mindset

Think big and execute

Lead by example

Drive continuous improvement

Learn and seek out development

Promote transparent & open communication 

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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • High-Performance Culture
  • Customer Focus
  • Operational Excellence
  • Innovation
  • Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

  • Own it
  • Act with urgency
  • Foster a customer-first mindset
  • Think big and execute
  • Lead by example
  • Drive continuous improvement
  • Learn and seek out development
  • Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com

Source: Vertiv careers

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