Technical Support Specialist

Schneider Electric; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Paid family leave

Well-being programs

Holidays (12)

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an energetic troubleshooter to join our in-house technical support team for EV charging stations. You will work with customer support and hardware vendor partners to resolve field issues and return stations to service quickly.

The role requires comfort with hardware and software, the ability to meet demanding SLAs, and a strong customer‑facing mindset. On-call shifts and flexible hours are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of support role in the eMobility/EV charging industry.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in technical support, computer/network programming, electrical contracting, customer support or related area.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related technical discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and identify issues within rigorous SLA timelines.
• Monitor network for proper charge station function and identify issues before they become apparent to the customer.
• Manage and execute actions on service tickets in conjunction with internal and external teams and partners.
• Analyze and provide clear feedback regarding issues that arise with hardware and software.
• Guide resolutions for hardware issues in the field with on-site technicians and hardware partners.
• Provide technical recommendations to internal and external teams to resolve possible network communication issues.
• On-call availability on rotation.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

On-call readiness

MS Office

Electrical concepts

Cellular & Wi‑Fi networks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related technical discipline

Tools

Zendesk

Job description

EV Connect is seeking an energetic problem solver to join our in-house technical support team. You will work directly with our customer support and HW vendor partners to troubleshoot and resolve EV charging station issues in the field and return stations to active service in the shortest possible timeframe.

The proper candidate will be comfortable with hardware and software technologies and able to execute effectively against demanding SLAs. Positive attitude, flexibility and a strong work ethic are critical to thriving in this position.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and identify issues within rigorous SLA timelines.
• Monitor network for proper charge station function and identify issues before they become apparent to the customer.
• Manage and execute actions on service tickets in conjunction with internal and external teams and partners.
• Analyze and provide clear feedback regarding issues that arise with hardware and software.
• Work in conjunction with Hardware Partners and on-site technicians to guide resolutions for hardware issues in the field.
• Provide technical recommendations to internal and external teams to resolve possible network communication issues.
• On-call availability on rotation
• You have a winning attitude and embody the concept of extreme ownership.
• A critical and analytical thinker with a passion for solving customer issues.
• A strong communicator capable of interacting professionally with colleagues, partners, and customers in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime on short notice as customer escalations require.
• Available to be “on call” after normal working hours periodically.
• Comfortable around a computer with experience in MS Office Suite, plus one or more Cloud-based ticket management systems such as Zendesk.
• Familiar with electrical/electronic concepts and applications.
• Familiar with cellular and Wi-Fi network communications fundamentals.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related technical discipline is required.

Experience:

• Required: 2+ years of support role in the eMobility/EV Charging industry
• 3-5 yrs. of relevant experience in technical support, computer/network programming, electrical contracting, customer support or related area

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
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• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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