Solar & BESS Technician I — Field Technician

AES US; California (MO); On-site; USD 81,664,000 - 98,026,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility and company match

Paid time off

Job summary

AES CE is hiring a Solar Technician I for sites at the Bellefield Solar project in Mojave, CA. This role supports O&M on utility-scale solar and energy storage assets in Southern California, with emphasis on safety, technical proficiency, and reliability.

Based in California, the technician will work under AES CE Operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance standards and drive continuous improvement in field operations.

Qualifications

• Possess high school diploma or GED.
• (Preferred) Technical degree or Solar certification.
• Experience in solar system installation is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform/assist with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance for solar PV, BESS, and substations.
• Perform/assist with routine electrical troubleshooting and instrumentation calibration.
• Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.
• Operate electrical and mechanical power plant systems.
• Support site vegetation management activities as needed.
• Write Plant Orders, Procedures, and Operating Instructions as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Electrical systems

SCADA familiarity

PC proficiency

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or Solar certification (preferred)

Tools

SCADA

CMMS

Inverter maintenance tools

PV equipment knowledge

Job description

AES CE is hiring a Solar Technician I for sites at the Bellefield Solar project in Mojave, CA. This role supports O&M on utility-scale solar and energy storage assets in Southern California, with emphasis on safety, technical proficiency, and reliability.

Based in California, the technician will work under AES CE Operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance standards and drive continuous improvement in field operations.