DC Power Telecom Technician

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products. 

What We’re Offering

• Paid time off plus paid holidays
• Medical/dental/vision insurance plan
• Life insurance, short/long term disability, tuition reimbursement, flex spending, and employee stock purchase plan
• 401K plan
• Culture: We value and strive for excellence in all that we do through innovative technology by creating long lasting relationships with our stakeholders, co-workers, and customers. We continentally strive to foster teamwork, engagement and enhance our employee’s skills and competence by providing appropriate training.

Compensation Range:  $62,700-$80,000 with bonus 

Compensation may vary based on applicant's work experience, education level, skill set, and/or location.

Job Purpose

We are are seeking a candidate in either Syracuse, NY or upstate NY.

Provide technical and application support for EnerSys products and services, in the assigned area against profitable margins and in line with the business plan, in order to contribute to the realization of service- related sales and service targets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, test, and turn up electrical dc equipment in customer communication facilities.
• Add and/or removal of battery strings
• Perform additions, removals, and modifications on working equipment and circuits
• Add and/or remove circuits on working power dc distribution equipment
• Installation of auxiliary framing, ladder racking and relay racks including the following:
  • Running cable
  • Securing cable (sewing)
  • Floor drilling/equipment mounting
  • Grounding
  • Battery work
  • Cable connecting
  • Labeling/tagging
• Perform on-site job layout of drawings and specifications
• Participate in all internal and external quality audits, both in-process and final
• Prepare method of procedures (MOP’s)
• Function as the point-of-contact for support groups such as engineering, material assignment, etc.
• Review the work assignments and project steps (reference the SOW and MOP) before each work shift to ensure that all personnel, including contractors, are aware of their roles and responsibilities during the scheduled work tour
• Complete required Enersys and customer documentation as needed
• Perform all work with safety in mind and ensure that all safety measures are met
• Supervise contractors in all fundamental aspects of a power installation
• Provide mentoring and training to other Enersys employees and attend and complete required training

Qualifications

This is a 100% Travel position. Must be able to stay in hotels and perform work at night as needed

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years accumulated DC power experience
• High school diploma (technical degree or military electrical experience preferred)
• Demonstrated proficiency of Telcordia and other customer DC installation practices
• Strong verbal, written and customer facing skills
• Strong computer and smart phone skills including MS Office
• Experience complying with all customer standards and paperwork to include JSA, MOP, change order and job completion forms
• Proficient in the use of electronic test equipment
• Experience commissioning OEM dc equipment
• Experience troubleshooting ac and dc circuits
• Mechanical aptitude and proficient use of hand tools including drills, saws, wrenches, crimpers, etc.
• Knowledge of basic safety practices in a construction type environment
• Knowledge of basic DC theory especially as it relates to potential difference and characteristics of current flow
• Knowledge of basic battery operation
• Knowledge of basic AC electrical practices. Especially as related to branch circuitry
• Ability to climb step ladders and work aloft
• Valid driver’s license

General Job Requirements

• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds/11.5 kilos on occasions.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.