Solar O&M BESS Technician (Operations and Maintenance)
Core
Perform operations and maintenance (O&M) and physical labor on commercial and industrial solar energy projects, specifically troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Role type
Field technician (solar O&M & BESS)
Builds
Maintains uptime and safety of solar BESS infrastructure
Domain
Renewable energy / Solar / Battery Energy Storage
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Electrical proficiency, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) execution, Safety planning (JHA/RA), Vendor interaction, Supervision of field work
Preferred skills
Renewable energy experience, Post-secondary education, Electrical certifications (OSHA 10/30, NFPA70E)
Technologies
BESS equipment, UPS systems, Backup power generators
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on BESS equipment; Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) of equipment; Conduct daily safety and task planning discussions including pre-task planning, Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs), and Risk Assessments (RAs); Interact with vendors and customers; Support site work including supervising field work onsite
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on field technician