Service Technician - E-Storage - US

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

The Service Technician (US) will be an integral part of the service team, primarily responsible for commissioning and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on CSI Energy Storage’s Sol bank Storage Power Block (SPB). This role also involves fulfilling obligations under Long Term Service Agreements (LTSA’s) for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The successful candidate must be willing to travel and perform tasks at various project sites throughout the US. Experience with BESS or renewable power generation equipment in a service environment is required.

Responsibilities:

• Commission CSI Energy Storage’s Sol bank Storage Power Block

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of SPBs to adhere to warranty requirements

• Manage obligations for BESS equipment under LTSA’s, which may include:
  o Energy Storage Cabinets (ESC’s)
  o Power Conversion Stations (PCS)
  o Ring Main Units (RMU’s) / Switchgear
  o Transformers o SCADA and networking devices

• Provide onsite diagnostic, troubleshooting, and hands-on support to maintain equipment and meet availability and capacity guarantees

• Oversee and supervise sub-contractors on site when required

• Assist in developing standard operating procedures and processes

• Complete work order documentation in a timely manner

• Ensure accuracy of spare parts inventory

• Perform proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and switching procedures as needed

• Support client training during commissioning

• Adhere to all health and safety rules and policies

• Complete other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Electrical Technician

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in a service environment, preferably in renewable energy

• OSHA 30 Certified (OSHA 10 certification is accepted if OSHA 30 is obtained soon after hire)

• Previous training and knowledge of inverters

• SCADA experience is beneficial

• Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems, and Energy Storage system applications is an asset

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Applications (Word, Excel)

• Previous experience with a CMMS software program is preferred

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• First Aid Trained

• Ability to travel to regional locations as needed (over 50% of the time)

• Ability to work successfully both independently and within a team

• Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct

Compensation & Benefits

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days. Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.