Title: Field Resource Technician Level 3
Location: El Cajon
Escondido Target Start Date: ASAP Type (C, CTH, D): CTH - six months to start, possible 12 This opportunity offers hands-on experience supporting large-scale battery energy storage systems in a growing renewable-energy environment. Technicians will work across electrical, controls, battery, inverter, SCADA, HVAC, and chiller systems while building a long-term field-service career. The contract-to-hire structure gives candidates a defined path toward permanent employment and advancement.
Job Description:
The Field Resource Technician Level 3 performs onsite maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, testing, and repair activities for utility-scale battery energy storage systems. The technician works across batteries, inverters, SCADA communications, controls, medium- and high-voltage operations, substations, HVAC and chiller equipment, and related electrical assets. This person will follow established safety and lockout/tagout procedures, interpret drawings and schematics, execute and review work orders, support inventory and service reporting, coordinate third-party vendors, and help ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. The Level 3 technician also serves as a technical resource and mentor to junior team members and should demonstrate readiness for increased field-service responsibility.
Required Skills:
High school diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant experience.
Strong electrical or HVAC experience; backgrounds in renewable energy, power generation, wind, solar, battery storage, gas, hydro, or distribution are relevant.
Hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting experience with batteries, bidirectional inverters, SCADA, controls, HVAC/chiller systems, and related electrical equipment.
Ability to read and interpret single-line drawings and schematics and follow quality-control and testing procedures.
Experience using electrical testing equipment, including multimeters and meggers, as well as torque and thermal-imaging tools.
Familiarity with managed Ethernet switches, fiber or serial media converters, TCP/IP, Modbus, control wiring, and I/O racks.
Current OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, and CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain them immediately.
Current driver's license and a good driving record, with the ability to operate company vehicles.
Ability to work fully onsite, adapt to hot and cold environments, work overtime or weekends when required, climb ladders or steps, and lift at least 50 pounds.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Bonus/Soft Skills:
Previous wind-energy experience; the hiring manager noted that wind technicians often transition well into this work. Experience supporting utility-scale battery energy storage systems, substations, 1500 VDC equipment, 630 VAC systems, or medium- and high-voltage operations. Leadership and mentoring ability, strong computer skills, attention to detail, accurate documentation, urgency, adaptability, and clear communication. Welcome to ConsultNet, a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions. Our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct search, and managed services onshore, nearshore, and hybrid. For over 25 years, we have connected thousands of consultants with meaningful roles through a personal, communication-driven approach, partnering with a diverse client base to build high-performing teams and create lasting impact. Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology and engineering positions across key markets nationwide. Learn more at www.consultnet.com. We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.
