Level 4 | Energy Service Technician | Senior Technician

L4 | Energy Systems Technician | Senior Technician

Senior Technician

Senior-level expertise. Organization-wide impact.

Department: Field Operations

Reports To: Field Supervisor / Operations Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Base Compensation: $35–$45/hr ($72,800–$93,600 annually)

Max Annual Compensation (with incentives): $120,000+

POSITION OVERVIEW

Level 4 Senior Technicians are Servist Energy's most experienced and trusted field operators. You combine elite diagnostic ability — spanning high-voltage systems, SCADA integration, MV oversight, SEL relay experience, and complex BESS platforms — with the leadership skills to manage crews, interface directly with clients, and drive measurable performance outcomes across large-scale operations. At this level, your impact reaches far beyond individual tasks: you're setting the technical standard, mentoring the next tier of experts, and serving as the on-site authority on every job you lead.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Advanced Diagnostics & High-Voltage Systems

• Lead high-level troubleshooting and diagnostics across solar PV, BESS, EV charging, and SCADA systems


• Perform advanced electrical analysis including switchgear, breaker coordination, transformer diagnostics, and power quality testing


• Conduct high-voltage testing, load analysis, insulation resistance measurements, and breaker coordination studies


• Provide technical oversight for medium-voltage (MV) work (600V–34.5kV) — oversight and planning authority; MV energized tasks performed by qualified licensed personnel


• Diagnose complex inverter, switchgear, transformer, and battery system faults with advanced corrective action


• Oversee grid interconnection compliance, power factor correction, and energy storage system integration

Crew & Project Leadership

• Lead multi-technician crews on large-scale, technically complex, or multi-site field operations


• Coordinate field execution, workflow sequencing, and resource allocation across job sites


• Serve as the primary technical escalation point for all field issues; manage Level 1, 2, and 3 technicians


• Oversee SCADA integration, network diagnostics, and system automation across managed assets


• Assist in contract development, service agreement fulfillment, and client performance reviews

Commissioning & Performance Optimization

• Lead installation, testing, and commissioning of new renewable energy assets to design specifications


• Ensure compliance with engineering design specs, local utility requirements, and interconnection agreements


• Optimize SCADA monitoring, data acquisition, and remote troubleshooting to maximize system uptime


• Execute predictive maintenance programs and root cause analysis with documented outcomes


• Work directly with engineers, project managers, and utility operators to resolve performance issues

Client Interface & Technical Communication

• Serve as primary client-facing technical resource; deliver detailed service reports and performance recommendations


• Provide technical input on system upgrades, retrofits, and performance optimization strategies


• Support engineering and project management teams in performance trend analysis and maintenance forecasting


• Interface with OEM partners and manufacturer technical teams on product performance and warranty issues

Training & Technical Development

• Develop and implement technical training programs and field best practices for the service team


• Mentor Level 1, 2, and 3 technicians in advanced diagnostics, high-voltage safety, and systems thinking


• Contribute to the organization's body of training materials and standard operating procedures


• May serve as the Incident Emergency Response Coordinator or equivalent on complex sites

Safety & Compliance Leadership

• Lead high-risk job planning, JHAs, arc flash safety briefings, and safety compliance across all team activities


• Enforce OSHA, NFPA 70E, and NEC compliance; coordinate with regulatory agencies on site as needed


• Consult on changes and improvements to company-wide safety practices and field protocols

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in solar PV, BESS, EV charging, and electrical service industries


• Expert-level knowledge of AC/DC power systems, high-voltage equipment, and renewable energy integration


• OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E (current)


• NABCEP PVIP (Photovoltaic Installation Professional) — required or must be actively in progress


• ESIP (Energy Storage Installation Professional) — required or in progress


• SEL Relay experience (required)


• Ability to provide oversight for medium-voltage systems (600V–34.5kV)


• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; ability to travel regionally

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician License


• Advanced BESS or microgrid integration experience


• Knowledge of utility interconnection processes, relay protection schemes, and grid compliance standards


• CPR, First Aid, Fall Protection, Aerial Lift, and Confined Space certifications


• Experience with AI-based or predictive maintenance analytics platforms

PATH TO PROMOTION — LEVEL 4 → NEXT LEVEL

• Demonstrated organization-wide technical impact through measurable performance and training contributions


• Leads complex multi-crew operations independently with consistent quality outcomes


• Recognized as a technical authority across all system types and platforms


• Drives company productivity forward through field innovations and process improvements


• Creates new documentation processes, training programs, and best practices adopted organization-wide

COMPENSATION & CAREER PATH

• Level 1: $20–$25/hr


• Level 2: $25–$30/hr


• Level 3: $30–$35/hr


• Level 4: $35–$45/hr ◀ Current Level


• Level 5: $45–$65/hr+

WHY SERVIST ENERGY

• Top-tier compensation — $35–$45/hr base with quarterly bonuses and max annual earning potential of $120,000+


• Lead the most technically demanding and high-visibility projects in the company


• Full reimbursement for NABCEP PVIP, ESIP, Master Electrician, and advanced certifications


• Direct influence on team standards, training programs, and field procedures


• Clear path to Level 5 Master Technician — or transition to District Manager, Regional Manager, or Technical Lead


• Access to OEM-specific training programs and manufacturer-certified expertise