Utility Service Technician, Wallgrove/Smithfield

Job Description

Utility Service Technician, Wallgrove/Smithfield Job Category: Energy - Solar & Storage Location: Wallgrove/Smithfield Req. ID: 237554 Job Type: Full-time What to Expect Tesla is seeking experienced electrical technicians to maintain and service utility scale battery sites, primarily working on the Tesla Megapack battery storage product. In this role, you will join the technician team supporting battery storage sites located within the Wallgrove and Smithfield region, to service, troubleshoot, or upgrade medium to high voltage equipment. Applicants should be self-motivated team players with a positive attitude, who see this as an opportunity to begin building a career with Tesla in the renewable energy infrastructure sector. You will be part of a high performing and tight knit team on site. Please note this position will primarily be based within the Wallgrove/Smithfield region; however, occasional travel to support other regional sites may be required. What You’ll Do Troubleshoot and repair equipment as defined by the service engineering team. Perform complex and precise electro-mechanical debug, rework, and repair. Perform tasks requiring a high level of skill and patience. Comfortable and able to work with Medium and High Voltage environments while maintaining a safety focus. Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and LV/MV/HV test equipment for diagnosis and troubleshooting. Develop and follow best practices and procedures for various maintenance activities related to Tesla Energy equipment. Maintain high levels of communication and feedback within the Tesla Energy service organization; prepare daily updates of work completed, problems identified, and future timelines. Have flexibility to provide support outside your region and possibly outside the country as required. Perform other related duties as assigned per our growth and diversity across applications. Actively work across Powerpack and Megapack Utility sites, ensuring operations & maintenance requirements are met, maintaining a healthy fleet that is performing optimally. What You’ll Bring Certified Electrician (Cert III (3)+ in Electrical/Electro Technology). Minimum 5 years’ experience, with at least 3 years’ electrical experience within the Utility sector (Solar/Wind experience is preferred). Must have up to date Electrical Registration/License. Must have HV switching certification and experience. SCADA operating experience is a plus. Must be able to work from complex and detailed documentation and/or verbal and written instructions depending on the situation. Strong computer skills, ability to utilise proprietary and 3rd party OEM software. Ability to communicate and function well in a mobile office setting. Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings. Must be reliable, have good initiative, committed, and quality focused. Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally on the road at unusual hours. Valid driver’s license required. Knowledge of operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, test equipment. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public. Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines. Ability to maintain and perform top level professional integrity and appearance. Compensation and Benefits In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees: Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Parental leave (no minimum employment period). Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay. Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay. Employee Vehicle Loan Program. Novated Leasing (AU only). Well-being Fund – An annual allowance for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them. Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work. Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave. Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr