Commissioning Technician – Battery Storage

At Protech Business Solutions we strive to connect our candidates with a position that best provides job satisfaction, meets their financial requirements, and allows professional growth. We are currently seeking a Commissioning Technician on behalf of our client, a leading supplier and integrator in today’s power and energy markets.

Position Overview

The Commissioning Technician is primarily responsible for the commissioning of large-scale battery storage projects. They will perform and help to lead a team of internal and 3rd-party engineers and technicians through the process of cold and hot commissioning of all system components including the performance testing at a system level. In addition, this position also interfaces with third-party suppliers of large system components including inverters, transformers, and air conditioning systems. The work schedule is M-F 5 days/8 hour shifts with potential for longer days with a 2 weeks on, 1 week off rotation cycle.

Primary Responsibilities

Aligns the commissioning safety plan with all parties involved.

Performs the project commissioning procedure.

Update and install software and settings onto control equipment and switches.

Test for communication and network connectivity.

Clear faults/alarms, and diagnose with vendors on troubleshooting steps.

Use software User Interface to charge and discharge batteries.

Understand and use the LOTO procedures provided.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Safety mindset: must have sound judgement and triage skills to make safe workplace decisions onsite in the field or bring to the appropriate decision makers for consultation
• Technical competency to troubleshoot and commission complex electrical systems
• Professional, proactive, adaptable individual with a strong results-oriented work ethic
• Must have excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills that remain consistent in high intensity customer facing interactions in the field
• Ability to think and respond quickly to customer requests in the moment, with project and workplace safety always in mind
• A strong, collaborative, team player able to thrive within a matrix organization. Comfortable working with international stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in fast-paced environment
• Must be comfortable working outdoors at project sites in variable weather conditions

Education and Experience

• Minimum Associates’ degree
• Experience having worked on battery projects or solar projects

Travel requirements

• Prefer if the technician is located near the Fresno/Bakersfield area
• Regular work schedule is an 8 hour shift 5 days on, 2 days off (M-F); during certain phases of commissioning there is potential for 10 hour days 5-6 days a week with a 2 weeks on, and 1 week off rotation cycle.