Field Technician - Energy & Carbon

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Service Manager - Energy & Carbon

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At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

 

As a Field Technician – Energy & Carbon, you will be empowered to work across the country at various client sites to conduct assessments, inspections, and complete maintenance on client’s energized assets. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance services on various electrical systems, including solar PV, EV charging stations and BESS.
 

To be eligible for this role you must reside in or relocate to Massachusetts. Expected travel will be throughout the state of MA.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections and maintenance activities on electrical, mechanical, and structural components of energy systems, including Solar PV, EV charging stations, and battery electric storage systems.
• Troubleshoot and identify root cause(s) of problems affecting the proper operation and performance of various hardware assets.
• Open live electrical equipment exposing energized connections for inspection.
• Respond to client concerns regarding the performance or functionality of their systems.
• Identify and escalate concerns to the appropriate level and suggest potential improvements.
• Perform other inspection, assessment, and maintenance activities on client’s energized assets as needed.
• This may include but is not limited to operating infrared cameras, IR drones, DC voltage testing, DAS system integration, conducting ultrasound scans, completing vibration data collections, or completing arc flash or lock-out-tag-out deliveries, training and career development provided.
• Adhere to and maintain compliance with all ABB Safety policy[RD1] .
• Proactively book all components of work travel for assigned jobs including hotels, air travel, and/or car rental through provided travel planning platform.

Your Background:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Analytical ability and high technical aptitude.
• 2+ years of experience in an electrical technician role.
• Electrical trade skills and previous experience; ability to read and understand electrical diagrams. NFPA 70 E Certified is a plus.
• Ability to solve problems on the fly and work in a sometimes-unstructured environment.
• Capable of critical thinking and ability to solve complex mechanical and electrical problems.
• Ability to interact with client representatives, internal stakeholders, and the general public in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
• Computer literacy, familiar with windows programs and Microsoft office tools.
• Self-motivated and capable of working effectively without direct supervision.

More About Us:
What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

 

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age,  race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

 

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

 

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

 

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

 

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

 

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

 

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays.  Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

 

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $58,500 and $93,600 annually.

 

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Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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