BESS Technician I: Electrical & Field Maintenance

aes; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The AES Corporation is seeking a BESS Technician I at the Westwing site, 1 hour from Phoenix, AZ. You will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on energy storage systems, substations, and related equipment under supervision, with a focus on safety and reliability.

You will operate plant systems, assist with procedure development, and participate in training while contributing to continuous improvement and compliance across AES CE's portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical systems and basic safety principles (LOTO, electrical safety).
• Familiarity with SCADA and CMMS software is beneficial.
• Ability to work in a multi-functional, geographically diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on energy storage sites and substations.
• Troubleshoot electrical/mechanical equipment including inverters and battery modules.
• Prepare and execute switching/clearance orders and operate power plant systems.
• Assist with documentation, plant procedures, and operating instructions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements and collaborate with site team.

Skills

Electrical safety

SCADA systems

CMMS experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Tools

SCADA software

CMMS software

Job description

The AES Corporation is seeking a BESS Technician I at the Westwing site, 1 hour from Phoenix, AZ. You will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on energy storage systems, substations, and related equipment under supervision, with a focus on safety and reliability.

You will operate plant systems, assist with procedure development, and participate in training while contributing to continuous improvement and compliance across AES CE's portfolio.