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Sr. Service Technician - e-Storage

Canadian Solar3 days ago
Halifax, NS
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive salary
Performance bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package

About the role

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

Role Overview for Sr. Service Technician

Wondering what your day-to-day could look like as our new Sr. Service Technician? In this role, you’ll play an integral part of the service team, primarily responsible for commissioning and performing preventative and corrective maintenance on SolBank Storage Power Block (SPB). This role also involves fulfilling obligations under Long Term Service Agreements (LTSA’s) for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The successful candidate must be willing to travel and perform tasks at various project sites throughout the US. Experience with BESS or renewable power generation equipment in a service environment is required.

Whilst you’re working in field services, your work will directly impact our mission to create a cleaner, brighter future. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves, share their ideas, and make a real difference—every single day.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Sr. Service Technician

  • Commission CSI Energy Storage’s SolBank Storage Power Block

  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of SPBs to adhere to warranty requirements

  • Manage obligations for BESS equipment under LTSA’s, which may include:

  • Energy Storage Cabinets (ESC’s)

  • Power Conversion Stations (PCS)

  • Ring Main Units (RMU’s) / Switchgear

  • Transformers

  • SCADA and networking devices

  • Provide onsite diagnostic, troubleshooting, and hands-on support to maintain equipment and meet availability and capacity guarantees

  • Oversee and supervise sub-contractors on site when required

  • Assist in developing standard operating procedures and processes

  • Complete work order documentation in a timely manner

  • Ensure accuracy of spare parts inventory

  • Perform proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and switching procedures as needed

  • Support client training during commissioning

  • Adhere to all health and safety rules and policies

  • Complete other duties and projects as assigned

  • Team up with talented colleagues and partners to achieve project goals.

  • Champion our standards for quality, safety, and sustainability.

  • Help us keep improving—your ideas are always welcome!

What It’s Like to Work Here

At e-STORAGE, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a team that values your ideas, your background, and your unique perspective. We believe that a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the secret to our success. Here, you’ll find:

  • Integrity: We do what’s right, always.
  • Innovation: We encourage fresh thinking and bold ideas.
  • Quality: We take pride in delivering excellence, every time.
  • Customer Focus: We listen, we care, and we deliver.
  • Sustainability: We’re passionate about protecting our planet for future generations.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • Join a global leader in renewable energy, backed by over 23 years of Canadian Solar experience.
  • Work on projects that matter—helping to build a cleaner, greener world.
  • Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your growth is our priority.
  • Enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.

Want To Join? Here Is What We Are Looking For

  • Qualified Electrical Technician
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in a service environment, preferably in renewable energy
  • OSHA 30 Certified (OSHA 10 certification is accepted if OSHA 30 is obtained soon after hire)
  • Previous training and knowledge of inverters
  • SCADA experience is beneficial
  • Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems, and Energy Storage system applications is an asset
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Applications (Word, Excel)
  • Previous experience with a CMMS software program is preferred
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • First Aid Trained
  • Ability to travel to regional locations as needed (over 50% of the time)
  • Ability to work successfully both independently and within a team
  • Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct
  • Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
  • A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.

Your Rewards

We offer a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package—including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

About Canadian Solar

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
5001-10,000

Our company

About Canadian Solar Inc.

Founded in 2001 in Canada, Canadian Solar is one of the world's largest and foremost solar power companies. As a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules and provider of solar energy solutions, Canadian Solar has a geographically diversified pipeline of utility-scale solar power projects. In the past 14 years, Canadian Solar has successfully deployed over 9 GW of premium quality modules in over 70 countries around the world. Furthermore, Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable solar companies worldwide, having been publically listed on NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the company, products, and projects, please visit www.canadiansolar.com.

About Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH in Munich

In 2009, Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH was founded and comprises currently of more than 50 employees from 18 different nations. Highly skilled experts represent our team and we are confident to serve our customers. We are a sales organization and can support our sales team from the Munich office within the fields of technical, legal, accounting, marketing, logistics and order fulfillment matters.

Within the EMEA region, we are distinguishing between three different business lines: modules sales, digital solutions and energy business . The first two teams lead from the Munich office, are responsible for the modules sales and digital solutions are finally reporting to CCO Yan Zhuang, responsible for the global sales within Canadian Solar. Globally, the Energy Business Team is led by Arthur Chen and teams are located across Europe in UK and Spain. In the near future Milan will be added. Across all cross-functional departments key personnel is identified as platform to coordinate and support the separate business lines in legal, human resources, accounting and operational matters.