Site Readiness Technician I - Data Center Energy Storage & Power Systems

ON.energy; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Per diem for travel

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

ON.energy is seeking an entry-level Site Readiness Technician I to support receiving inspection and verification on medium-voltage UPS systems and BESS equipment at hyperscale data centers and grid-tie sites. The role is field-based with significant travel, reporting to senior technicians and the Site Readiness Manager.

You will learn safety protocols, perform installation checks, document findings, and grow toward more senior technician responsibilities as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Entry-level knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, drawings, and technical documents.
• Technical certificate, apprenticeship, or hands-on experience in electrical, mechanical, or construction trades.
• Willing to learn and follow safety protocols.
• Willing and able to travel up to ~80% to project sites nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a culture of safety for all team members, complying with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs and supporting the team’s goal of zero recordable injuries.
• Ensure inspection tools and equipment are available, calibrated, and in working condition.
• Provide general site support as directed by senior technicians and the Site Readiness Manager.
• Support incoming inspections of BESS containers, battery racks/modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear, telecom cabinets, and auxiliary systems, checking for shipping damage and verifying against packing lists and submittals.
• Perform basic installation checks including cable terminations, labeling, grounding, conduit, and enclosure condition under the direction of senior technicians.
• Assist senior technicians in executing inspection checklists and pre-energization walkdowns.
• Capture photographic evidence and record inspection findings accurately in the project platform (Overmap, CxAlloy, or equivalent).
• Document and report field issues to senior technicians and the Site Readiness Manager.
• Follow instructions from senior technicians while building the skills to grow into a more senior technician role.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical basics

Reading wiring diagrams

Safety-minded approach

Travel willingness (80%)

Education

Technical certificate / apprenticeship in electrical/mechanical/construction trades

Tools

Inspection tools familiarity (multimeters, clamp meters, torque tools)

Job description

ON.energyis setting the standard for large load interconnection. ON’s patented AI UPS™ is a medium-voltage UPS that serves as a firewall, protecting the data center from the grid, and the grid from the data center. With multiple gigawatts currently under construction, we are enabling grid-safe data centers.

Travel Requirement: >80% site based

Position Type: Full-Time, hourly with OT and per diem

Location: Field-Based in United States (current site in Amarillo, TX)

The Site Readiness Technician I is an entry-level field role supporting receiving inspection and mechanical completion verification on ON.energy’s mission-critical, medium-voltage double-conversion UPS systems, utility-scale battery energy storage equipment including batteries, transformers, power conversion systems (PCS), and controls deployed at hyperscale data center and grid-tie sites. Working under the direction of senior technicians and the Site Readiness Manager, the Technician I performs basic receiving and installation checks, supports inspection documentation, and learns the fundamentals of safe, high-quality BESS field inspection.

This is a hands-on, high-travel field role. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, safety-minded, detail-oriented, and ready to grow into a more senior technician.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Site Support

• Participate in a culture of safety for all team members, complying with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs and supporting the team’s goal of zero recordable injuries.
• Ensure inspection tools and equipment are available, calibrated, and in working condition.
• Provide general site support as directed by senior technicians and the Site Readiness Manager.

Receiving & Installation Verification

• Support incoming inspections of BESS containers, battery racks/modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear, telecom cabinets, and auxiliary systems, checking for shipping damage and verifying against packing lists and submittals.
• Perform basic installation checks including cable terminations, labeling, grounding, conduit, and enclosure condition under the direction of senior technicians.
• Assist senior technicians in executing inspection checklists and pre-energization walkdowns.

Documentation & Development

• Capture photographic evidence and record inspection findings accurately in the project platform (Overmap, CxAlloy, or equivalent).
• Document and report field issues to senior technicians and the Site Readiness Manager.
• Follow instructions from senior technicians while building the skills to grow into a more senior technician role.

Required Qualifications

• Entry-level knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, drawings, and technical documents.
• Technical certificate, apprenticeship, or hands-on experience in electrical, mechanical, or construction trades.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.
• Willing and able to travel up to ~80% to project sites nationwide.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to battery energy storage, solar, data center, or other utility-scale power or construction environments.
• Safety certifications (OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, First Aid, CPR, AED).
• Familiarity with basic inspection and diagnostic tools (digital multimeters, clamp meters, torque tools).

Soft Skills

• Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn from senior team members.
• Reliable, safety-first mindset.
• Attention to detail and good documentation habits.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced construction environments.

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
• Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
• 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.

Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.