Lead BESS Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development training

Job summary

Pearce Services is seeking a Lead Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Services Technician to guide complex electrical and mechanical projects nationwide. You will be a hands-on technical leader, troubleshoot and commission systems, and safely lead field teams with up to 100% travel.

Candidates should have 5+ years of supervisory experience, 6+ years in medium/high voltage electrical work and BESS infrastructure, plus relevant certifications (OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, LOTO, NETA, NICET).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leading teams or supervisory experience.
• 6+ years of electrical proficiency relating to medium to high voltage electrical systems and components.
• 6+ years of experience in utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and critical infrastructure.
• Electrical and mechanical construction and commissioning experience.
• Refrigeration troubleshooting with CRAH/CRAC and HVAC systems.
• Military backgrounds in relevant technical disciplines are advantageous.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30 (OSHA 10 min.), NFPA 70E, LOTO, EPA 608, NETA, NICET, PMP, Electrical Journeyman/Contractor License.

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 meters, power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Commissioning

Field leadership

Electrical proficiency

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Thermal imaging

Job description

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 the United States. This is up to a 100% travel role across the United States.

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.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leading teams or supervisory 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 locations.

Compensation

$45.00–$60.00 hourly/DOE and Per Diem.

Benefits

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. We also offer paid vacation and paid holidays, 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.