Solar & BESS Technician I

-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the energy sector as a BESS Technician, ensuring optimal operation of energy storage sites in Long Beach, CA. This role involves managing maintenance activities, troubleshooting electrical systems, and adhering to safety standards. If you have a high school diploma and a passion for renewable energy, this is a great opportunity to energize your career with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety standards and electrical systems.
• Experience in energy storage systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage O&M activities for energy storage sites.
• Perform maintenance on inverters, transformers, and battery modules.
• Conduct electrical troubleshooting and basic inverter repairs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Technical Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution. Operating in 14 countries, AES is committed to innovation and collaboration. Recognized as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022 and a Great Place to Work, AES values its people and ideas.

With rankings as the #1 global renewable energy seller and revenues of $12.7B in 2023, AES supplies electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. Committed to a net-zero future and meeting the Paris Agreement goals by 2050, AES pioneers solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, leading global decarbonization.

If you want to drive change and power a sustainable future, AES is your place. Join us and energize your career with a leader in the energy transformation.

Position: BESS Technician - Preventative & Corrective Maintenance

The AES Clean Energy Field Operations team seeks a BESS Technician to ensure optimal operation of our energy storage sites, specifically in Alamitos BESS I and II, Long Beach, CA. Candidates must reside near Long Beach and be able to commute daily.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage assigned O&M activities for energy storage sites and substations.
2. Perform and assist with maintenance on equipment including inverters, transformers, battery modules, and associated systems.
3. Conduct electrical troubleshooting, instrumentation calibration, and basic inverter repairs.
4. Prepare and execute switching procedures for HV, MV, and LV equipment.
5. Follow safety procedures including LOTO, Job Safety Analysis, and permits.
6. Operate power plant systems and participate in required training.
7. Operate in compliance with NERC standards and assist with administrative duties.
8. Document procedures, orders, and instructions, ensuring safety and environmental standards are met.
9. Work independently or in teams, demonstrating emotional intelligence and collaboration.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of safety standards, electrical systems, and basic safety principles.
2. Proficiency with computers, SCADA, and maintenance management systems.
3. Strong communication, teamwork, and technical skills.
4. High school diploma or GED; experience in energy storage systems is a plus.
5. Ability to work outdoors, at heights, and around equipment, with proper PPE.
6. Willingness to work overtime, non-standard hours, and travel as needed.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth. The salary range is $29.00 to $34.64 per hour, with additional benefits and bonuses depending on qualifications and performance.