Field Service Technician

TruGrid is a leading contractor of battery energy storage systems and solar projects, dedicated to advancing the energy transition across North America. Our commitment to excellence in both our projects and our workplace has positioned TruGrid as a growing and trusted employer and partner in the renewable energy industry.

Headquartered in Houston, TX, our team brings extensive experience in the engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), and integration of utility-scale renewable energy projects. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective energy solutions that meet the needs of our clients and contribute to a sustainable future. In addition to our EPC expertise, TruGrid has a robust operations & maintenance division that services both energy storage and solar assets.

At TruGrid, we believe the success of every project is driven by the strength of the people behind it. That’s why recruiting and retaining top-tier talent is a priority to ensure excellence across every level of our operations.

If you’re passionate about creating a better, more sustainable future, TruGrid offers a unique opportunity to work alongside some of the industry’s most skilled project execution teams and engineers.

Military Veterans with technical backgrounds encouraged to apply

ROLE SUMMARY

TruGrid is looking for a Motivated & Dependable Field Service Technician to support Service and O&M (Operations & Maintenance) of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Solar Systems in California. This position reports to the Director of Operations (O&M), or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position requires being located in California, United States. Working hours will be as required but generally 40-50 hours per week. Overtime and weekend working hours may be required as well. This position is expected to travel approximately 25%, depending on location proximity to job site locations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide world-class customer service to customers and contracting partners
• Inspect, maintain and service Solar and BESS assets per manufacturer, NETA and IEEE Standards in the field, at the site, and create supporting documentation through company reporting standards and processes which include citing issues, their severity, results of field repairs, and proposing recommendations
• Review project drawings packages and manufacturer specifications and actual installed equipment to confirm assets meet design and manufacturer standards and are in a state of good repair
• Test electrical and mechanical devices to confirm specific operation is maintained as required
• Strong knowledge of LOTO (lock Out Tag Out) safety and best practices
• Strong electrical theory knowledge for use in system testing and to ensure electrical safety
• Utilize computer systems to perform analysis on SEL relay event logs, inverter firmware updates, BESS system analytics, SCADA and HMI systems
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending as required educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional organizations, attend company directed training
• Participate in and be attentive for company and customer meetings and regular peer review of work prior to submission
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner
• Conduct site safety assessments and identify all safety hazards on the job site, properly generate and complete JHA/JSA, LOTO, and other safety-related documentation as per OSHA and site-specific requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• 2-4 years of post-secondary education, preferably, in the renewable industry including Wind, Solar, and Battery
• Electrical Background including either Electrician or Electrical Technician Training
• 1+ years’ equivalent experience in servicing electrical power equipment in the commercial or utility energy field and/or formal electrical training
• SCADA/PLC or Protection and Controls experience preferred
• Medium and High voltage experience preferred
• Strong electrical mechanical day to day working aptitude and experience
• Experience in renewables, preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Basic Microsoft Suite knowledge