Utility Service Technician

1 Day ago • 5 Years + • Facilities Management • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Tesla seeks experienced electrical technicians for its Collie, Western Australia, operations. The role involves maintaining and servicing utility-scale battery sites, primarily focusing on Tesla Megapack battery storage. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing equipment, performing electro-mechanical repairs, working with medium and high voltage environments, operating various tools and test equipment, developing and following maintenance procedures, and maintaining communication within the Tesla Energy service organization. The ideal candidate will possess a Certified Electrician (Cert III (3)+ in Electrical/Electro Technology), at least 5 years of experience with 3 years in the utility sector, HV switching certification, and strong computer skills. Flexibility to support outside the region is required. The role involves working with both Powerpack and Megapack sites.

Must have:

Certified Electrician (Cert III (3)+)
5+ years' experience (3 in Utility)
HV switching certification
Troubleshooting & repair skills
Medium/High Voltage experience
Electrical Registration/License

Good to have:

SCADA operating experience
Solar/Wind experience

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 around the Collie 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.

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 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

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