Energy Service Technician - Lv3

Servist Energy; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy service company as an Energy Service Technician – Level 3, where you will take ownership of complex troubleshooting and system optimizations. This role offers leadership opportunities, advanced training, and a clear path for career progression. You will work with cutting-edge energy systems, mentor junior technicians, and ensure compliance with safety standards. If you are ready to shape the future of energy and advance your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Leadership Training

Skill-Based Raises

Certification Incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in complex diagnostics and corrective repairs on solar PV and battery systems.
• Leadership role in service calls and mentoring lower-level technicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostics and troubleshooting on energy systems.
• Lead field safety audits and technician training sessions.
• Generate detailed service reports and communicate findings to clients.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

System Optimization

Education

High School Diploma/GED

OSHA 30-Hour Safety Training

NFPA 70E Advanced Electrical Safety Certification

Tools

SCADA

Modbus

TCP/IP

Job description

Competitive hourly pay + leadership incentives + advanced training

Experience

Experienced

Tags:

Service [PV-EV-BESS]

Listed on:

May 6, 2025

The Energy Service Technician – Level 3 represents a significant leap in technical expertise and leadership within the energy service industry. At this level, technicians take full ownership of complex troubleshooting, system optimizations, and high-level maintenance procedures.

Level 3 Technicians are trusted field leaders, executing independent service projects, collaborating directly with engineering teams, and mentoring lower-level technicians. This role lays the foundation for progression into senior and specialist positions at Servist Energy.

Key Responsibilities

System Service & Technical Operations

• Perform complex diagnostics, root-cause analysis, and corrective repairs on solar PV, battery storage (BESS), and EV charging systems.
• Diagnose advanced inverter, BMS (Battery Management System), PCS (Power Conversion System), and EV charger faults and develop resolution plans.
• Conduct IV curve tracing, power quality analysis, insulation resistance testing, and arc fault detection.
• Configure and troubleshoot SCADA, Modbus, RS-485, TCP/IP communication networks for system monitoring.
• Implement system optimization strategies, including inverter efficiency improvements and BESS performance adjustments.
• Perform breaker coordination, power factor correction, and panel modifications following NEC compliance.
• Take a leadership role on service calls and field diagnostics, ensuring efficiency and quality of repairs.
• Manage firmware updates, software diagnostics, and remote monitoring system troubleshooting.

Advanced Electrical Testing & Safety Compliance

• Implement NFPA 70E-compliant electrical safety practices, including arc flash hazard assessments and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols.
• Utilize power analyzers, IR thermal cameras, and advanced electrical diagnostic tools.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 30, NEC (National Electrical Code), and manufacturer best practices.
• Lead field safety audits and technician safety training sessions.
• Lead and mentor Level 1 & Level 2 Technicians, reinforcing proper safety, troubleshooting, and repair techniques.
• Train junior technicians in schematic interpretation, system wiring, and performance testing.
• Oversee work planning, job site coordination, and technician task assignments.
• Provide direct field feedback to supervisors, site managers, and engineering teams.

Documentation & Client Communication

• Generate detailed service reports, including system logs, fault analysis, and performance benchmarks.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of firmware updates, software configurations, and system maintenance records.
• Communicate findings and system recommendations to clients, site managers, and engineering teams.

Required Certifications & Training

• High School Diploma/GED (or equivalent technical education)
• OSHA 30-Hour Safety Training (must be completed within 30 days)
• NFPA 70E Advanced Electrical Safety Certification
• Completion of Level 2 Technician training requirements
• Enrollment in the next available electrical apprenticeship program
• First Aid & CPR Certification
• Journeyman Electrician License (or in-progress)

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have, but Not Required)

• NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) Certification
• Experience with SCADA networking, inverter data logging, and system analytics
• Forklift and aerial lift certification
• Experience working with Schweitzer Labs SEL relay protection systems
• Hands-on experience commissioning PV, BESS, and EV infrastructure

Bonus Qualifications (Highly Valued, but Not Required)

• NABCEP PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist (PVCMS) Certification
• Certified Energy Storage Installation Professional (ESIP)
• EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) Certification
• Advanced understanding of power electronics and grid-tied energy storage
• Training in AI-based predictive maintenance and remote diagnostics

Policy for Certification Exceptions

• Highly experienced technicians with extensive field knowledge and leadership capabilities may qualify for Level 5 roles even if they do not have every listed certification.
• Servist Energy will evaluate candidates on a case-by-case basis to ensure their field expertise aligns with company standards.
• Technicians without specific certifications may be required to enroll in an approved fast-track certification pathway as a condition of hire or promotion.
• Military veterans, master-level field engineers, and high-level O&M specialists with proven expertise may be eligible for certification waivers if they demonstrate equivalent knowledge through documented work history and technical assessments.

Why Join Servist Energy?

Leadership Training & Career Progression: Transition from technician to team leader, guiding lower-level technicians toward mastery.

Skill-Based Raises & Certification Incentives: Earn more as you progress in your certifications and leadership responsibilities.

Work on the Most Advanced Energy Systems: Troubleshoot and optimize utility-scale PV, energy storage, and EV infrastructure.

Certifications & Elite Recognition: We support your journey to NABCEP, EVITP, and advanced industry certifications.

Shape the Future of Energy: Lead system optimization, service reliability, and technical excellence in a cutting-edge industry.

Next Step to Level 5 Master Technician: Progress toward District Manager, Regional Manager, or Manufacturer-Trained Engineer roles.

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