Solar O&M BESS Technician (Operations and Maintenance)

Pearce Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Company vehicle

Health insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pearce is seeking a Solar O&M BESS Technician (Operations and Maintenance) in the New York, NY area. The role focuses on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, LOTO, and safety planning across US site locations within 50 miles of NY, NY.

Compensation ranges from $35.00 to $60.00 hourly (DOE). Pearce offers bonuses, a company vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, 401k, PTO, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years electrical proficiency with electrical systems and components.
• 3–4+ years renewable energy experience preferred.
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Post-secondary education preferred.
• Electrical certifications such as OSHA 10/30 and NFPA70E preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal skills for EHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on BESS equipment.
• Perform LOTO of equipment as an authorized person.
• Conduct daily safety and task planning discussions including JHAs and RAs.
• Interact with vendors and customers professionally.
• Support site work, supervising field tasks with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency.

Skills

Electrical proficiency

Renewable energy experience

Safety commitment

Written and verbal communication

Education

Post-secondary education preferred

OSHA 10/30, NFPA70E certifications preferred

Tools

LOTO procedures

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Solar O&M BESS Technician (Operations and Maintenance)

New York, New York

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!

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. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com .

Your Impact

The Solar Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician in the PEARCE Renewables Operations and Maintenance (OM) division performs tasks involving operations and maintenance (O&M) and physical labor at commercial and industrial solar energy projects located throughout United States. These are local sites-candidates should reside within 50 miles of the New York, New York areas.

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) equipment.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) of equipment as an authorized person and under properly performed LOTO conditions.
• Conduct daily safety and task planning discussions including pre-task planning, Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs), and Risk Assessments (RAs).
• Interact with vendors and customers in a professional manner.
• Act as a team member to support site work which could include supervising field work onsite focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.

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

Core Experience

• 3- 4+ years of electrical proficiency relating to electrical systems and components is required.
• 3- 4+ years of Renewable energy experience is preferred.
• A commitment to safety and attention to detail with the ability to recognize potential issues and provide safe solutions.
• Post-secondary education is preferred.
• Electrical certifications are preferred such as OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and NFPA70E.
• Excellent written and verbal skills to meet Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) internal and external requirements is required.

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

• Candidates residing in the New York, New York area preferred.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license for at least a year.
• Work possible rotating shifts.
• Prolong standing and working in ergonomic challenging positions.
• Varied climates based upon locations.

Compensation: $35.00-$60.00 hourly/DOE

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 includinghealth and life insurance, 401k 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. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$35 - $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, 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.

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