Lead BESS Technician

Pearce Services; Blythe (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Company vehicle

Job summary

Pearce Services is seeking a Lead Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Services Technician to lead complex electrical and mechanical projects across the United States. You will oversee field teams, ensure safety, and drive commissioning and troubleshooting with a hands-on leadership style.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of team leadership, 6+ years electrical proficiency in medium/high voltage systems, and experience with BESS, UPS, and critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leading teams or supervising experience.
• 6+ years of electrical proficiency with medium to high voltage systems.
• 6+ years of experience in utility-scale BESS and UPS systems.
• Electrical and mechanical construction and commissioning.
• CRAH/CRAC HVAC troubleshooting experience.
• Military experience in mission-critical disciplines.
• Certifications including OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, LOTO, EPA 608, NETA, NICET, PMP, Electrical Journeyman License

Responsibilities

• Lead crews of 5–40+ technicians.
• Supervise subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Plan daily work activities and project execution.
• Manage customer expectations and field communications.
• Train and mentor junior technicians.
• Maintain a strong safety culture.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Electrical troubleshooting using meters, clamp meters, Megger, power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

Project planning

Safety culture

Education

Electrical Journeyman License

NFPA 70E

OSHA 30

NETA Certification

PMP

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Megger insulation tester

Power quality analyzers

Thermal imaging cameras

Job description

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission‑critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm.

As a Lead Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Services Technician, you will be responsible for leading complex electrical and mechanical projects. We are looking for experienced field professionals who thrive in mission‑critical environments as hands‑on technical leaders with strong troubleshooting skills, commissioning experience, and the ability to lead field teams safely and efficiently on projects located throughout United States. This is up to a 100% travel role across the United States.

Core Responsibilities

• Leading crews of 5–40+ technicians.
• Supervising subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Planning daily work activities and project execution.
• Managing customer expectations and field communications.
• Training and mentoring junior technicians.
• Maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Electrical troubleshooting using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers (Megger), power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging equipment.

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

Core Experience

• 5+ years of leading teams or supervising experience.
• 6+ years of electrical proficiency relating to medium to high voltage electrical systems and components is required.
• 6+ years of experience in utility‑scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), mission‑critical electrical infrastructure, hyperscale and enterprise data centers, and UPS systems are required.
• Electrical and mechanical construction and commissioning.
• Refrigeration system troubleshooting experience with CRAH and CRAC equipment and commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
• Military experience with backgrounds in electrical power generation, industrial maintenance, nuclear operations, avionics, telecommunications, power distribution, shipboard electrical systems, HVAC, or other mission‑critical technical disciplines.
• Candidates should possess one or more of the following certifications:
  • OSHA 30 (OSHA 10 minimum)
  • NFPA 70E
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • EPA Section 608 Universal Certification
  • NETA Certification
  • NICET Certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Electrical Journeyman License
  • Electrical Contractor License (where applicable)
  • State Electrical License

Physical/Work Environment

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

• Candidates must have a valid driver's license for at least a year.
• Work possible rotating shifts (100% travel is required for this position).
• Prolong standing and working in ergonomic challenging positions.
• Varied climates based upon location.

Compensation: $45.00-$60.00 hourly/DOE and Per Diem

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location. In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses. This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws.

Base Pay Range: $45 USD - $60 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family‑friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about us at Pearce-Services.com!