Field Service Technician III – Solar BESS

Res Group; Jacksboro (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

RES is seeking a Field Service Technician III for solar Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). You will assist senior technicians in operating and maintaining utility-scale solar assets, including preventative maintenance on PV panels, trackers, and inverters.

The role requires troubleshooting of low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage systems, with strong emphasis on safety, LOTO, and CMMS usage. Travel within 60 miles and on-call availability are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in a technical field preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 preferred.
• 4+ years electrical maintenance experience required.
• 2+ years medium voltage electrical work experience required.
• 1+ years high voltage electrical work experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CMMS.
• Willingness to reside within 60 miles of site.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with operating and maintaining solar facilities.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on PV assets and inverters.
• Troubleshoot LV, MV, and HV electrical systems.
• Interface with project stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Respond to priority emergency calls within 1.5 hours.
• Follow LOTO, safety plans, and OSH procedures.
• Presets, supports, and leads with safety-first mindset.

Skills

Low voltage DC power

Medium voltage work

High voltage work

LOTO practices

CMMS usage

Safety practices

Mentoring juniors

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in technical field

Tools

SCADA systems

Microsoft Office

Multimeter

IR camera

Job description

Field Service Technician III – Solar BESS

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

The Field Service Technician III will assist senior Field Service Technicians with operating and maintaining utility scale solar facilities. This work includes preventative and corrective maintenance of on-site assets such as solar panels, trackers, and power inverters.

Requirements:

• Takes direction from senior site personnel.
• Sets positive example for and mentors junior technicians.
• Troubleshoots low voltage DC power systems.
• Troubleshoots low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on AC and DC power systems.
• Identifies faulty or underperforming equipment.
• Uses hand tools effectively.
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Assist in development of site operating plans.
• Follows site safety plan and safe work practices.
• Adheres to proper Lock-out-tag-out (LOTO) practices and procedures.
• Interfaces with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.).
• Interfaces with project subcontractors.
• Represents RES in professional manner to project stakeholders.
• Responds to physical location within 1.5 hours for emergency calls identified as a priority by Operations Control Center.
• Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
• Presets, supports, and leads by example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.

Safety:

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.

Qualifications:

• High school/GED General Education required.
• Associates Degree related Technical Degree preferred.
• Certification OSHA 10/30 preferred.
• 4+ years or more related electrical maintenance experience required.
• 2+ years or more Medium voltage electrical work experience required.
• 1+ years or more High voltage electrical work experience preferred.
• Intermediate
  • High voltage electrical power systems.
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Advanced
  • L ow, medium, high voltage electrical power systems, drawings and circuit theory.
  • OSHA regulations .
  • Hand tools .
  • Job hazard analysis (JHA) creation.
  • Electrical tools (multimeter, IR camera).
  • ANSI/NETA/MTS.
  • SCADA systems.
• Ability to reside with a maximum commuting distance of 60 miles from the work site to ensure availability for on-site responsibilities.
• Functional Competencies Include: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics & Integrity, Communication and Prioritization.
• Domestic travel 5 -1 5 % required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Anticipated base salary range: $33.67 - $42.09

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick days and 10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday
• Employee Referral Bonus

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15 lbs., Pushing 5-15 lbs., and Stooping required.

Occasionally: Carrying 5-15 lbs., Pinching, Lifting 5-15 lbs., and Walking required

Frequently: Gripping required.

Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, and Standing required.

Rarely exposed to Wet, Noise, and Vibration in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, and Humidity in the working environment.

Frequently exposed to Hazards in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.