Senior Field Service Technician

19 days ago
Full time role
In-person · Berkeley, CA, US... more

Are you ready to build America’s clean energy future with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is an American energy technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on renewable, reliable, and affordable energy, every day of the year. 

Form Energy has been recognized by TIME as “One of the Best Inventions of 2023” for its battery technology and by MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company to Watch”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand. Our team has more than doubled in size in the past year, and continues to expand every day. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and later this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia. 

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of some of the most talented and motivated individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

Form Energy is looking to hire a skilled, entrepreneurial, and collaborative Field Service Technician to service Form’s first commercial-scale battery deployments. You will be responsible for conducting preventative and corrective maintenance of installed battery systems across the US, including California, the Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions. Daily activities include battery system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance services for various electrical and mechanical components. This role will collaborate closely with troubleshooting specialists and Form’s operations and engineering teams to ensure timely and efficient resolution of field issues.

What you'll do:

  • Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all battery and associated installed equipment 

  • Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and controls problems including inverter faults, ground faults, network faults, and general site performance issues 

  • Complete work orders, time logs, and maintenance reports 

  • Maintain company tools, vehicles, equipment, and instrumentation and a safe work environment 

  • Support software and firmware upgrades 

  • Work closely with Form’s engineering and reliability teams to respond to open case questions and provide data where required

  • Travel to client or project sites to conduct service work up to 90% of the time

What you'll bring:

  • 4-5 years of hands-on experience in utility-scale storage maintenance or operations

  • Experience with troubleshooting hardware and software issues on battery systems 

  • Strong attention to detail, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills 

  • Working knowledge of electrical components and instruments such as power electronics, multimeters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment  

  • Ability to read schematic, wiring, and engineering drawings 

  • Strong safety background with experience in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) 

  • Ability to work on weekends and holidays, including being “on call” via phone or text

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and knowledge of how to properly terminate wire, torque bolts, and interface with mechanical systems consisting of pumps, tanks, and piping       

  • Valid driver’s license  

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. 

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. 

To build a clean and equitable energy future, we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.