Make a Difference in Your Community join PDS Tech as a Field Service Specialist in Columbia, SC!Pay Rate: $22/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
We are seeking customer?focused Field Service Technicians to support a residential energy efficiency program delivered in partnership with a local electric utility. In this role, you’ll install energy?saving products in customers’ homes, educate residents on reducing energy use, and help qualify households for additional free efficiency services.
This is a highly active, people?oriented role ideal for candidates who enjoy hands?on work, travel, and making a positive impact. The contract may be extended up to 24 months, offering stability and growth potential.
What You’ll DoField Installation & Customer Service- Install energy?efficient products in residential homes, including:
- LED light bulbs
- Low?flow water aerators & showerheads
- Hot water tank insulation jackets
- Pipe insulation
- Door & window weatherstripping
- Other approved energy?saving measures
- Educate customers on reducing electrical consumption and saving money
- Qualify homes for additional free efficiency services when applicable
Documentation, Safety & Travel- Accurately document all installations and measures
- Report quality results to the Field Supervisor
- Identify and document safety concerns to management
- Safely drive work trucks/box vans between homes, offices, and hotels
- Participate in neighborhood kickoff and outreach events
- Travel 90–100 throughout South Carolina (vehicle provided)
What We’re Looking ForRequired Qualifications- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to pass:
- Pre?employment MVR (and ongoing checks every 6 months)
- Criminal background check
- Drug screening
- Ability to work inside customer homes
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Willingness to travel overnight regularly
Preferred Backgrounds- Sales or customer service
- HVAC or energy efficiency programs
- Construction, cable/satellite, alarm installation, or related trades
- Spanish?speaking skills (a plus, not required)
Key Traits- Strong customer?service mindset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail?oriented and organized
- Safety?minded with strong ethics and accountability
- Ability to work with a partner and with minimal supervision
- Comfortable working in a fast?paced, deadline?driven environment
Why Join This Program- Purpose?driven work helping families save energy and money
- Field?based role with variety—no two days are the same
- Travel support removes the burden of lodging and food costs
- Stable contract with potential multi?year duration
- Opportunity to build skills in energy efficiency, customer service, and field operations
Ready to Get on the Road and Make an Impact?If you enjoy hands?on work, helping people, and working independently in the field, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join a meaningful energy efficiency initiative that truly benefits local communities.
Pay Details: $22.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
