Critical Systems Technician III, Battery

TITLE: CRITICAL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN III, BATTERY

LOCATION: Ashburn, VA

POSITION SUMMARY: A Critical Systems Technician III, Battery is responsible for startups, certifications, preventative maintenance, and scheduled maintenance for battery systems related to Uninterruptable Power Supply systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experienced and able to perform battery replacements and new installations.
• Experienced and able to perform preventative maintenance, trouble diagnosis, routine and emergency repairs of all types of battery systems without supervision and with minimal disruption to customer.
• Ability to perform multiple battery cabinet change-outs, and load testing without supervision.  
• Ability to perform flooded cell installations.  
• Ability to lead jobs with multiple crew members of various skill levels.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with general contractors, sub-contractors, partners, and clients to complete projects on schedule and within budget.  
• Ability to provide full documentation of services performed along with recommendations for corrective and improvement actions for relay to sales team, NOC, management, and client.   
• Leader and primary example of safety in the field, as well as give feedback for improvement of our company safety policies, practices, and implementations.  
• Follow operational, maintenance and emergency methods of procedure (MOPs).
• Ability to use hand and general maintenance tools and equipment.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
• Other duties as assigned by Services Management.
• Travel 30% or more
• Must be a US citizen
• Able to obtain security clearance is preferred
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma & 5 years battery service experience
• Clean driving records a must
• Safe operation of department equipment
• Elementary fix/repair techniques based on directed supervision
• Knowledge of or ability to learn basic AC/DC theory, electronic components, and electronic circuitry
  
  

Complete Training On

• Use of Digital multimeter for AC and DC diagnostic measurements
• Use of Amp Clamp and flexible CT in DC and AC measures
• Use of Alber Cellcorder for use as a battery testing and maintenance tool for a multitude of various battery designs and chemistries
• Show understanding of proper use of:
• Isolation devices to control available voltage potentials. 
• Necessary use of Arc-Flash suit and PPE.  
• Show competency in the connections of series, parallel, and series-parallel battery strings. 
• Understand torque values, torque-mark application, and visual inspection of completed battery cabinet installations.
  
  

Computer Skills

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office including: Word, Excel.
  
  

Certificates And Licenses

• OSHA 10-hour certification
• NFPA-70E Safety Training
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities
  
  

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; Standing and walking is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must lift and carry up to 50 – 70 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds.
  
  

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits To Joining Our Team

CPG offers a competitive and comprehensive package that includes additional benefits beyond enhanced medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Health Benefits - (Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance)
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• 401K Plan
• Employer paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
  

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Pre Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions requiring driving must have an MVR that meets company and insurance carrier standards.

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