BESS Technician, Level III

Pearce Services; Newark (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent service provider in the renewable energy sector as a Battery Energy Storage System Technician. In this dynamic role, you will perform operations and maintenance tasks on critical energy systems while traveling extensively across the United States. The position emphasizes safety and quality, requiring strong electrical proficiency and a commitment to excellence. With a focus on professional growth, this forward-thinking company offers comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and a family-friendly culture. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the renewable energy field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Phone

Laptop or tablet

Comprehensive benefits

PTO

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement matching

Per diem when traveling

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical proficiency and renewable energy experience required.
• Electrical certifications like OSHA 10, OSHA 30 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) equipment.
• Conduct safety planning discussions and assessments.

Skills

Electrical proficiency

Renewable energy experience

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) equipment

Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $30 USD to $40 USD
  
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required: Yes

Description

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you.

Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation and energy storage assets.

Your Impact

The Travel Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician, Level III in the PEARCE Renewables Energy Storage Systems (ESS) division performs tasks involving operations and maintenance (O&M) and physical labor at commercial and industrial solar energy projects located throughout the United States. This is up to a 100% travel role across the United States. Preferred candidates should reside in the Newark, NJ area.

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) equipment.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) of equipment as an authorized person and under properly performed LOTO conditions.
• Conduct daily safety and task planning discussions including pre-task planning, Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs), and Risk Assessments (RAs).
• Interact with vendors and customers in a professional manner.
• Act as a team member to support site work which could include supervising field work onsite focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

• 4+ years of electrical proficiency relating to electrical systems and components is required.
• 4+ years of Renewable energy experience is preferred.
• A commitment to safety and attention to detail with the ability to recognize potential issues and provide safe solutions.
• Post-secondary education is preferred.
• Electrical certifications are preferred such as OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and NFPA70E.
• Excellent written and verbal skills to meet Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) internal and external requirements is required.

At Pearce, safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

• Candidates residing in the Newark, NJ area preferred.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license for at least a year.
• Work possible rotating shifts (100% travel is required for this position).
• Prolonged standing and working in ergonomically challenging positions.
• Varied climates based upon locations.

Compensation: $30.00-$40.00 hourly/DOE and Per Diem

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO, Paid Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement. We provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.

Yes. Up to 100% Travel across the US - includes per diem when traveling.

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