BESS Field Technician — Nationwide Travel & Commissioning

Alphaa Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Career development

Hands-on BESS experience

Job summary

Alphaa Energy is seeking motivated BESS Field Technicians to support commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and energization on utility-scale projects across the United States. The role requires 1–8 years of BESS or related experience and involves extensive travel to project sites.

You will perform pre-commissioning, QA/QC, electrical testing, and documentation while adhering to safety standards. A technical background and strong communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 1–8 years of experience in BESS, renewable energy, electrical field services, or related commissioning activities.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment (DMM, insulation testers).
• Willingness to travel nationwide across the United States.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning, and functional testing of utility-scale BESS equipment.
• Perform equipment inspections, QA/QC verification, and commissioning checklists.
• Assist with testing and troubleshooting of battery systems, PCS, inverters, transformers, and electrical equipment.
• Commission fire suppression and thermal management systems.
• Support system energization, performance verification, and operational testing.
• Perform electrical testing, including insulation resistance and continuity.
• Assist with system retrofits, upgrades, and issue resolution.
• Interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Document test results, deficiencies, and progress.
• Follow site safety procedures (LOTO) and NFPA 70E standards.
• Collaborate with commissioning engineers, supervisors, OEM reps, and project teams.
• Provide daily and weekly reports via email.

Skills

BESS field experience

Electrical testing & diagnostics

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Teamwork & communication

Education

Technical degree or electrical certification preferred

Tools

Digital multimeter

Insulation resistance tester

Clamp meter

Job description

Alphaa Energy is seeking motivated BESS Field Technicians to support commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and energization on utility-scale projects across the United States. The role requires 1–8 years of BESS or related experience and involves extensive travel to project sites.

You will perform pre-commissioning, QA/QC, electrical testing, and documentation while adhering to safety standards. A technical background and strong communication are essential for success.