Commissioning Technician (Nationwide Travel)
Operational Implementation and Excellence
Work under direct supervision while performing commissioning activities.
Maintain documentation for all equipment and systems required on projects.
Participate in daily/weekly progress meetings with subcontractors.
Absorb responsibility for preparing plans at project initiation for receiving, storing, and managing materials and tools as required.
Assist in field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment.
Provide training to subcontractors and 3rd party vendors, training to include LOTO and Energized Zone Training.
Maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists and LOTO logs.
Capture and execute field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment, to include generating methods of procedures.
Absorb responsibility for assisting in the startup of commissioned equipment.
Technical Expertise and Problem Solving
At times, the employee may be designated as the lead commissioning representative for a project.
In this role, they will be responsible for coordinating on-site activities with construction teams, electrical subcontractors, and equipment vendors, as well as developing and managing the commissioning schedule.
As the lead commissioning representative, the employee will be responsible for the adherence to safety in all areas that are energized within the project.
Competence in reviewing installations and providing clear feedback to the broader team.
Team Culture
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all projects.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate effectively with department leadership, project leadership, site leadership, and interconnecting utility providing updates on commissioning status and any identified challenges.
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management
Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.
Required Skills & Competences
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proven experience in utility-scale solar, energy storage, and utility substation systems
- Understanding of substation protection and control strategies, including wiring and system integration
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with teams and stakeholders
- Highly motivated, articulate, and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and within a team
Required Qualifications
- OSHA 30 Certification
- NFPA 70.E Certification
- Understanding of basic electrical concepts
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule and willingness to travel when needed
- Strong communications skills (in English) both verbal and written
- To assume responsibility, interface and communicate with others is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Inverter manufacturer operation and maintenance (O&M) technician certifications