Traveling Battery Storage Technician

Optiv Energy • Full-time • Dallas, Texas • 5d ago

Job Title: Field Service Technician
Company: Optiv Energy Inc.
Job Type:Full-time
Location: North America
Salary Range: $25 to $60 per hour
Benefits: 401K, Medical / Dental / Vision, Vacation-Pay, Cell Phone Allowance, Self-Improvement Allowance, Annual Company Profit Sharing

WHO WE ARE:

Optiv Energy Inc. is a founder-led and managed renewable energy field services company, working on utility scale BESS, solar and wind projects. We are not a large corporation or private equity backed firm, we are a group of former technicians who truly understand the value of a strong company culture and live by it. You are not just a number at Optiv Energy, and profit is shared across the company every year.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Optiv Energy Inc. is seeking motivated, positive, organized and technical Field Service Technicians with direct BESS and Solar experience to join our team. As a Field Service Technician in the Renewable Energy industry, you will play a pivotal role managing various scopes of work on renewable energy power plants during construction and operations. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in the growth of our fast-growing company, while making a positive impact on the environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Travel to client sites to oversee, install, and/or repair utility scale battery energy storage and solar systems
- Cold / Hot Commissioning
- Routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. Tasks include:

battery charge / discharge cycling
module swaps
firmware updates
energization / de energization
LOTO
troubleshooting issues by interpreting schematics, blueprints and wiring diagrams to bring units back online
retrofit campaigns

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical support and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Train on the proper use and maintenance of equipment
- Document all service activities, including repairs, replacements, and upgrades, using our internal systems.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and technological advancements to enhance your expertise and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a zero-incident workplace

At Optiv Energy Inc., we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and celebrate individual differences and believe that our collective talents drive innovation and success. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Technical Degree or equivalent field experience
- Proven experience as a Field Service Technician or a similar role.
- A positive and team focused mindset
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and/or energy systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and make sound decisions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients and internal teams.
- Ability to travel extensively to client sites
- Flexibility to work outside regular business hours and weekends, based on project needs.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Please note that Optiv Energy Inc. follows all applicable laws regarding the consideration of applicants with criminal backgrounds and performs background checks in compliance with legal requirements.

If you're a passionate and driven individual looking make an impact in the energy industry - apply today to become a member of our team.