Field Supervisor - Switchgear
About the job
- Graduate of an applicable Electrical Technical School or military equivalent and at least nine years of same or similar work experience, or high school education or equivalent and at least ten years of same or similar work experience.
- Working knowledge of electrical power distribution, generators, switchgear, automatic transfer switches, and related equipment.
- A solid foundation in electrical power theory and application, including a thorough understanding of applicable safety procedures.
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and industry standards such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and National Fire Protection Association standards.
- Ability to provide on-site customer consultation and present oneself as an expert in the field.
- Expert analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage customer expectations during stressful situations.
- Strong supervisory, organizational, management, and communication skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints.
- Ability to summarize and report work-related tasks performed.
- Ability to provide technical assistance to customers by telephone regularly.
- Ability to independently evaluate sites and recommend acceptable customer solutions.
- Ability to recommend and direct activities at customer sites by leading technicians' technical activities.
- Ability to regularly lift at least 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities including close, distant, color, peripheral, and depth perception, plus the ability to adjust focus.
- Strong computer skills, including editing, formatting, using Microsoft Word templates, researching standards, products, and manufacturers on the Internet, and operating computer-controlled test equipment.
- Perform supervisory duties within the assigned service region.
- Lead a team performing start-up commissioning, integration, emergency service, and troubleshooting of Vertiv electrical switchgear rated 480 volts alternating current and 15 kilovolts alternating current, including power distribution units, automatic transfer switches, power distribution centers, circuit breakers, protective relays, programmable logic controllers, meters, automated devices, and mechanical repairs and modifications.
- Provide technical expertise, safety leadership, and accountability for installed projects, technical support, and time-and-materials work.
- Supervise, train, and assist field service technicians while remaining responsible for all aspects of field service work in the area.
- Perform complex troubleshooting, specialized tests, inspections, and appraisals on electrical apparatus and systems.
- Supervise large projects involving specialized skills, including acceptance tests, commissioning larger substations, turnkey projects, detailed power surveys, and electrical consultation.
- Develop tests and inspections for new areas of field services.
- Perform job estimating, proposal preparation, fieldwork, scheduling, reporting, and billing.
- Write complete, detailed reports promptly at the end of projects and accurately process job billing.
- Participate in client interface and business development activities.
- Register area associates for training required to progress in their job progression.
- Oversee and schedule on-the-job training requirements for area associates.
- Provide guidance to others on complicated situations.
- Maintain certifications according to the job progression table.
- Assist in developing safety and quality procedures and guidelines.
- Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines.
- Complete timecards, expense reports, mileage reports, ticket closure, and related forms.
- Maintain individual inventory according to company policy.
- Maintain company property, including vehicles, credit cards, personal protective equipment, test equipment, and laptops, according to company policies.
- Provide appropriate communication to internal and external customers.
- Provide estimated times of arrival to customers where applicable.
- Complete scheduled maintenance documentation and provide it to the customer and local office after each designated assignment.
- Maintain customer satisfaction rates according to company guidelines.
- Attend customer meetings as required.
- Lead by example and act as a role model to field associates.
- Handle stressful situations and provide a calming effect to customers.
- Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities.
- Complete work efficiently and on time.
- Make technical and commercial decisions under pressure.
- Maintain the required productive utilization rate.
- Enforce company dress-code and safety regulations.
- Meet or exceed on-site response-time requirements for each customer.
- Follow company start-up and escalation processes and procedures.
- Maintain adequate internal communications.
- Communicate with all organizational levels, including managers, co-workers, and support services.
About the company
Vertiv builds power and cooling equipment that keeps data centers, communication networks, and industrial facilities running through outages and heavy computing loads. Its Liebert cooling systems manage the heat generated by servers, while its power products protect equipment and distribute electricity. The company sells equipment directly and through distributors, then earns additional revenue from installation, maintenance, spare parts, and services throughout the equipment life cycle. Its portfolio also includes racks and software for monitoring and managing IT equipment. Vertiv became a standalone company in 2016 and is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Westerville, Ohio
Founded
2016
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What believers are saying
- Sales growth supports expansion: Vertiv reported 24% higher quarterly revenue in July 2026.
- Ohio career opportunities are planned: Vertiv announced hundreds of additional jobs through 2029 in March 2026.
- Career planning has a formal structure: Vertiv lists its Career Framework in the employee rewards package.
What critics are saying
- Large deployments strain delivery: Vertiv reported supply-chain congestion and project timing shifts in July 2026.
- Booked demand carries cancellation risk: Vertiv's $15 billion December 2025 backlog allows customers to defer or reduce commitments.
- Job security faces cost targets: Vertiv's ongoing restructuring program includes workforce reductions across all segments.
What makes Vertiv unique
- Cooling expertise predates the AI boom: Liebert pioneered precision computer room air conditioning in 1965.
- Modular sites support varied power standards: Vertiv SmartMod integrates factory-tested enclosures with 12V, 48V, or 400V DC.
- Field support has global scale: Vertiv reports approximately 5,000 service engineers and 320 service centers.
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0%Jim Cramer highlighted GE Vernova and Vertiv on 2 October, noting their exposure to data centre growth. He questioned why the jobs report didn't reflect the data centre buildout, suggesting commercial construction is weak whilst data centre projects remain strong. Vertiv's Q2 net sales grew 24% annually, with operating profit up 44%. However, revenue growth of 17.8% missed analyst estimates of 23.6% due to supply chain issues, raising concerns about backlog conversion. The company's capital expenditure surged 285% to $173 million. GE Vernova's shares have risen over 240% since October 2024. Q2 customer downpayments generated a $6.4 billion working capital benefit, pushing free cash flow up 2,532% to $5.1 billion. The company raised its full-year cash flow guidance to $11.5–$12.5 billion from $6.5–$7.5 billion.
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Its backlog reached a record $53 billion in Q2 2026, and management believes it can work through that backlog while improving margins as the mix shifts toward larger, higher-complexity jobs. The stock trades around 40 times forward earnings, while analysts expect roughly 20% earnings growth in the coming years. That valuation looks reasonable, given the backlog and the durability of its customer agreements. All three stocks depend on a growing data center market. If anything slows that down, such as regulation, that could drop these stock prices. But that risk appears to be low right now, as demand for AI services remains strong, requiring more investment in data centers. Vertiv, Comfort Systems, and Quanta Services appear well-positioned to capitalize on this growing industry. Is Vertiv a smart long-term play? 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Vertiv and Cybastion partner to advance critical digital infrastructure across Northwest Africa. October 5, 2026 This collaboration is expected to help Vertiv to engage earlier in large-scale digital infrastructure initiatives, by combining its data centre expertise with Cybastion's existing relationships and experience in government-led digital transformation programmes. Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Cybastion, a U.S. technology company focused on accelerating digital transformation across Africa. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration within Northwest Africa, with a focus on markets including Morocco, Ivory Coast, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Chad, and Gabon, where both companies have active engagement and strategic alignment in place. This collaboration is expected to help Vertiv to engage earlier in large-scale digital infrastructure initiatives, by combining its data centre expertise with Cybastion's existing relationships and experience in government-led digital transformation programmes. "As AI, cloud and sovereign digital infrastructure investments accelerate across Africa, customers are increasingly seeking end-to-end ecosystems rather than standalone technology providers. Through our collaboration with Cybastion, Vertiv can position its power, cooling and critical infrastructure solutions within broader national digitalisation programmes, creating access to additional prospects." - Zineb Kamri, Regional Director for Northwest Africa, Vertiv Kamri explains that the two companies aim to create a scalable framework that can be leveraged wherever joint opportunities arise. "Cybastion has already established a strong footprint in West and Central Africa and is actively expanding into North Africa. This geographic reach complements Vertiv's regional growth strategy. Morocco, in particular, represents a key market, especially given its ambition to become a regional digital hub and attract hyperscale and AI infrastructure investments." - Zineb Kamri, Regional Director for Northwest Africa, Vertiv "As demand for data centres, AI infrastructure and secure digital platforms continues to grow across Africa, its collaboration with Vertiv strengthens its ability to rapidly deploy the critical digital infrastructure needed to help African countries move toward digital sovereignty. - Dr. Thierry Wandji, CEO, Cybastion The TechAfrica News Podcast
Vertiv Holdings Co has appointed Michael Resha as Executive Vice President of Manufacturing, Logistics and Operational Excellence. Resha joins from Stellantis, where he served as Senior Vice President and Global Head of Injection and Stamping, overseeing operations across multiple regions. In his new role, Resha will lead Vertiv's global manufacturing operations, focusing on scaling capacity and optimising capital deployment as AI and high-density computing drive demand for critical digital infrastructure. He replaces Anders Karlborg, who transitions to a new position as Special Operations Projects Leader. Resha brings extensive experience from leadership roles at major automotive manufacturers, including Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Alabama.
The data centre boom is creating investment opportunities beyond Big Tech giants like Microsoft and Nvidia. Data centres consumed 4.4% of US electricity in 2023, projected to reach 6.7% to 12% by 2028, according to a Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory report. Three companies offer different exposure points to this growth. Digital Realty operates as a real estate investment trust, owning data centre buildings and reporting $1.4 billion in annualised base rent from signed but uncommenced leases in Q2. Vertiv Holdings supplies power distribution equipment and cooling systems essential for AI servers. Quanta Services builds transmission lines and electrical systems connecting data centres to the grid. All three face risks from premium valuations, potential construction delays, and possible slowdowns in data centre spending. Political opposition could also delay new projects.