Field Robotics Technician

Oakland CA Preferred - Remote Ok
Full-time - 80% Travel

Energy is the binding constraint on human progress. Solar and storage are the lowest cost sources of new generation but the conventional project delivery model has not changed in 30 years and deployment cannot keep pace with demand.

Planted is the execution layer between a parcel of land and a powered facility. We digitize sites optimize designs and deploy robots to build the lowest cost and fastest new power systems at the speed of manufacturing.

Were expanding our team of ambitious curious and hands-on engineers and operators who want to accelerate that transition. Come take ownership of large parts of our product company and business development as we help power the world with 100% clean and abundant energy.

About The Role

The Field Robotics Technician is the boots-on-the-ground member of the Integration Engineering team deploying to project sites to keep Planteds robot fleet running. Youll perform preventative and routine maintenance on Planteds installation robots robotic mowers pile load testing site walks and surveying. This is a travel-heavy role youll deploy as part of a two-person team for site safety and operational efficiency. When not in the field youll apply your trade to maintaining machines and facilities in Oakland. Your reliability in the field directly enables Planted to scale utility-scale solar deployment.

The hourly range for this full-time position is $35 - $45 plus stock options and benefits. The cost of travel accommodations and meals are compensated by Planted. Hourly rate includes travel time. Pay within the range is based on candidate experience job-specific skills education and work location. The target experience for the position is 3-7 years

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preventative and routine field maintenance of Planteds robot fleet
• Perform pile load testing site walks and surveying for structural and permitting process
• Operate Planted robots in Oakland and at project sites
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on-site with minimal supervision
• Deploy as part of a two-person field team for safety and efficiency
• Perform routine maintenance of machines and facilities in Oakland during non-travel periods
• Complete field documentation and report issues back to engineering

QUALIFICATIONS

• Background in construction military oil field or comparable hands-on field environment
• Mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting and repair experience
• Comfortable with sustained travel (80%) and extended time on project sites
• Able to work outdoors in variable conditions and physically demanding settings
• Hands-on aptitude strong ownership mentality and resourcefulness
• Valid drivers license; clean driving record
• Forklift or heavy equipment certification a plus training available
• Preferably located in the San Francisco Bay Area

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with solar robotics heavy equipment or industrial field service
• Familiarity with hand tools power tools and basic fabrication
• Comfort reading drawings schematics and maintenance documentation
• OSHA 10/30 or other site-safety certification

*A note on qualifications: Many people only apply for jobs if they believe they can perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider equivalent combinations of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• 80% travel to project sites often remote with extended days
• Frequent lifting bending standing and work in outdoor/field conditions
• Use of hand and power tools; work around heavy equipment and machinery

What We Offer

• 11 paid company holidays and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid in-office lunches
• Stock options
• Medical vision dental and other benefits
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• 401(k)
• A chance to have an empowered meaningful and early role in climate

This will be a great fit if:

• You want to solve challenging problems
• You are biased towards action and focus on the vital work that drives the most impact
• You prioritize the physical and psychological safety of yourself and those around you
• You are humble embrace change and deliver and receive candid feedback
• You are optimistic about the future and can make tough decisions to help get there
• You have high expectations and coach develop and make time to help others

Planted is an equal opportunity employer committed to growing inclusively regardless of race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability medical condition age or veteran status. However you identify or whatever background you bring with you please apply. We look forward to hearing from you.