Commissioning Technician III

ON.energy; United States; On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

ON.energy is seeking a Commissioning Technician III to manage field technicians and ensure installation and testing meet client specs. This role emphasizes hands-on electrical/controls commissioning, safety leadership, and autonomous work in a site-based setting.

You will guide teams, troubleshoot hardware, and collaborate with engineers to energize and verify systems across complex energy storage projects. A strong emphasis on documentation and quality is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in electrical or control system commissioning.
• Working knowledge of industrial communications, low-voltage systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Preferred experience with Medium Voltage switching procedures.
• Associate degree or vocational/military training in Electrical or Electronics Technology.
• Safety certifications (OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, First Aid, CPR, AED).

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate-level testing such as insulation resistance, continuity, and point-to-point verification.
• Act as field supervisor for teams of 2-12 technicians.
• Foster and maintain a culture of safety for all team members, overseeing JHA and LOTO program compliance.
• Work autonomously to further project goals.
• High level troubleshooting capabilities.
• Quickly escalate issues to engineering if they cannot be fixed.
• Assist in configuring and verifying network communications and control interfaces.
• Support initial system energization with guidance from senior technicians and engineers.
• Troubleshoot moderate issues in wiring, sensors, and control hardware.
• Provide hands-on training to junior and intermediate technicians.
• Interface with OEM field reps and relay findings to engineers.
• Excellent documentation habits and tracking of field modifications or discrepancies.

Skills

Field supervision

Testing

Electrical diagnostics

Autonomous work

Education

Electrical/Electronics degree or tech training

Tools

Industrial diagnostics tools

Job description

ON.energy is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support, ON.energy provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the world’s leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses, validated by top U.S. national labs, and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field, we’re scaling faster than the grid can, transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.

Location:

Site based in United States (Amarillo, TX initially), 90% travel on site

Type:

Permanent, full time, 40 hours week guaranteed

Compensation:

Hourly with overtime eligibility and per diem

We’re looking for highly skilled and motivatedCommissioning Technician III | Master Technicianto join our best in class team and play a critical role in bringing complex projects to life. In this position, you’ll be responsible for managing field technicians during all stages of construction and installation, ensuring that all systems and equipment are installed, tested, and operate according to specifications and client requirements.

As a Commissioning Technician III at On.Energy, you will:

• Perform intermediate-level testing such as insulation resistance, continuity, and point-to-point verification.
• Act as field supervisor for teams of 2-12 technicians.
• Foster and maintain a culture of safety for all team members, overseeing Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lock out tag out (LOTO) program compliance, maintaining zero recordable injuries.
• Work autonomously to further project goals
• High level troubleshooting capabilities
• Quickly escalate issues to engineering if they cannot be fixed
• Assist in configuring and verifying network communications and control interfaces.
• Support initial system energization with guidance from senior technicians and engineers.
• Troubleshoot moderate issues in wiring, sensors, and control hardware.
• Provide hands-on training to junior and intermediate technicians.
• Interface with OEM field reps and relay findings to engineers.
• Excellent documentation habits and tracking of field modifications or discrepancies.
• Maintaining quality and tracking standards with junior members.
• Proficient in the safe use of standard hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, torque tools, etc.) for assembly, installation, and adjustment of equipment.
• Skilled in operating specialized electrical diagnostic tools, including but not limited to digital multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers, and other measurement devices commonly used in battery energy storage systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years hands-on experience in electrical or control system commissioning.
• Working knowledge of industrial communications, low-voltage systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Preferred experience with Medium Voltage switching procedures.
• Associate degree or vocational/military training in Electrical or Electronics Technology.
• Safety certifications (OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, First Aid, CPR, AED)

For US-based roles - What you’ll get:

• Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays

For Mexico-based roles - What you’ll get:

• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
• Major medical expenses and life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)

For all roles:

• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
• Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
• Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process, email [e-mail]
• Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.