Operations Specialist

JOLT; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JOLT is expanding its US presence with an Operations Specialist responsible for troubleshooting hardware at charging stations, maintaining critical systems, and managing contractor-driven maintenance. The role emphasizes AI-enabled optimization, rapid incident response, and delivering reliable customer experiences across our EV charging network.

Ideal candidates have a technical background, experience with remote diagnostics, and a passion for green energy and transport electrification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical or engineering field.
• 1-3 years of experience with electrical or technical hardware systems.
• Remote troubleshooting experience with product support.
• AI tools proficiency (e.g., Claude) for troubleshooting and reporting.
• Strong communication and contractor management skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot hardware issues at JOLT EV charging stations and triage faults.
• Monitor key operating systems and remotely troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Manage EV maintenance activities, raise work orders, and supervise contractors.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

Contractor management

Communication skills

Self-learning

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Green energy passion

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical or engineering field

Tools

Claude AI

Job description

Salary range: $80,000 - $90,000 per year

About JOLT

JOLT is a global digital out-of-home (DOOH) and electric vehicle charging company, operating across Australia, the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, and now expanding into the United States.

We combine EV charging infrastructure with premium digital media, connecting brands with people in high-attention, real-world locations such as retail, dining, and urban streets, while supporting everyday charging needs for drivers.

The Operations Specialist leverages technical expertise to troubleshoot hardware issues, manage key operating systems, and ensure seamless operation of JOLT EV charging stations. This role involves backend operational support to guarantee optimal performance and customer satisfaction, and comfort using AI tools for everyday optimization.

Troubleshooting and maintenance

• Utilize electrical and systems knowledge to triage and troubleshoot hardware issues with JOLT EV charging stations.
• Manage key operating systems to monitor asset performance and remotely troubleshoot and triage faults or issues promptly.
• Manage EV maintenance activities, including raising work orders, managing third party maintenance contractors, monitoring job completion, and ensuring timely maintenance.

Customer Service

• Serve as the escalation point for customer service support calls and tickets, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
• Address customer complaints and inquiries related to EV charging stations

Commissioning

• Liaise with Network Growth teams to conduct pre-commissioning duties and commissioning checks before chargers go live.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to ensure units are in stock and to the necessary specifications for install
• Monitor unit functionality, ensuring no damages are present throughout the delivery process

Process Optimization

• Refine operating procedures and processes to enhance installation and user experiences with JOLT EV chargers, taking an AI-first mindset to automate and improve
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical or engineering field.
• 1-3 years of experience with electrical or technical hardware systems.
• Proven product support experience with remote troubleshooting, EV-specific knowledge advantageous.
• Working proficiency with AI tools (e.g. Claude) to support troubleshooting research, documentation, reporting, and identifying process improvements. This role is expected to use AI as a core part of how work gets done, not as an occasional add-on.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage contractors efficiently.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical O&M manuals
• Self-learning capabilities, with the ability to work both independently and in a team under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for green energy and the electrification of transport.

Benefits

Employees will be provided with access to benefits in accordance with JOLT’s employee policies. These benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Parental Leave

Work Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. JOLT is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

Accessibility & Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us. We are happy to support applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JOLT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all employees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.