Sr. Service Technician - e-Storage - Canada

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Canadian Solar

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Halifax, Canada

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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 Sr. Service Technician will be an integral part of the service team with the mainresponsibility to commission and complete preventative and corrective maintenance of CSI Energy Storage’s Sol bank Storage Power Block (SPB). The individual will also be responsible to complete obligations under Long Term Service Agreements (LTSA’s) of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The successful candidate must be able to travel and complete tasks at various project sites throughout Canada. Experience with BESS or renewable power generation equipment in a service environment is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Commission CSI Energy Storage’s Solbank Storage Power Block

  • Preventative and Corrective Maintenance of SPB’s to adhere to warranty requirements.

  • Obligations for BESS equipment under LTSA’s which may include:

  • Energy Storage Cabinets (ESC’s)

  • Power Conversion Stations (PCS)

  • Ring Main Units (RMU’s) / Switchgear

  • Transformers

  • SCADA and networking devices

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

  • Oversee and supervise sub-contractors on site where required.

  • Assist in developing standard operating procedures and processes.

  • Complete work order documentation in a timely matter

  • Ensure inventory of spare parts is accurate.

  • Perform proper LOTO and switching procedures as required.

  • Support client training during commissioning

  • Adhere to all health and safety rules and policies.

  • Complete other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Qualified Electrical Technician

  • Minimum 8 plus years’ relevant work experience in a service environment preferably in renewable energy

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

  • Previous training and knowledge of inverters

  • SCADA experience will be 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 using MS Office Applications (Word, Excel)

  • Previous experience with a CMMS software program preferred.

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

  • First Aid Trained

  • Must be able to travel to regional locations as needed (over 50% of time)

  • Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team.

  • Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct.