Canadian Solar

Sr. Service Technician

Canadian Solar$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Educational background in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant service experience, preferably in renewable energy
  • Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage systems, and photovoltaic or Energy Storage applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment
  • Experience with CMMS software preferred
  • Willingness to travel over 50% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Commission SolBank Storage Power Block systems
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on SPBs
  • Provide onsite diagnostic and troubleshooting support for equipment
  • Oversee and manage subcontractors on-site as needed
  • Assist in developing operating procedures and processes
  • Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and switching procedures
  • Analyze performance data to identify root causes and trends

Benefits

  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge renewable energy technologies
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on professional development
  • Dynamic work environment with travel opportunities
  • Contribution to sustainable energy solutions through service work
Full Job Description

Position Title: Sr. Service Technician
Department: Service
Compensation: $95,000 - $115,000 + annual bonus  
Reports To: Regional Service Manager
Location: Ontario, Canada


About the Role:

Wondering what your day-to-day could look like as our new Sr. Service Technician? In this role, you’ll play an integral part of the service team, primarily responsible for commissioning and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on SolBank 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 Ontario. Experience with BESS or renewable power generation equipment in a service environment is required.


Responsibilities:

  • Commission CSI Energy Storage’s SolBank Storage Power Block

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

  • 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

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

  • Analyze performance data determining root cause and performance trends


Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Educational background in Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline

  • At least 5 years' of relevant work experience in a service environment, preferably in renewable energy

  • Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems and photovoltaic or Energy Storage system applications

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality

  • Previous experience with a CMMS software program is preferred

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

e-STORAGE uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by humans. 

This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position. 

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About Canadian Solar

Canadian Solar Inc. is a publicly traded company that manufactures solar PV modules and provides solar energy solutions. It was founded in 2001 in Canada and has since expanded to over 20 countries. Canadian Solar has delivered over 38 GW of solar modules to customers in over 150 countries. In 2018, Canadian Solar was ranked #6 on the list of top solar panel manufacturers by PV Tech. The company is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
Learn more about Canadian Solar
Size
13,535 employees
Market Cap
$1.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$299.3 million
Founded
2001
5 Year Trend
+13.1%
Revenue
$3.5 billion
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