Sr. Battery Technician

CAMS - Texas; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance, disability

Job summary

CAMS Renewable Services LLC is seeking a BESS Senior Technician to manage technicians, troubleshoot BESS site systems, and perform electrical repairs near Paris, TX. The role requires knowledge of BOP electrical systems and grid-scale BESS technology, with 30% overnight travel.

The ideal candidate has strong documentation, safety, and communication skills, plus EPC/Power Conversion training and a Texas Master Electrician license. On-site work with CAMS safety policies is required.

Qualifications

• Electrical knowledge and 3+ years experience.
• Experience with BESS systems preferred.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics and manuals.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• On-call weekends and travel up to 30% overnight

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on BESS systems.
• Replace/install BESS hardware and monitoring equipment.
• Conduct electrical testing with PPE.
• Coordinate with OEM/ROC/BOP for tests and balancing.
• Prepare reports for O&M contracts.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading schematics

Communication skills

On-call availability

Education

Certificate EPC Power Conversion Systems training

Master Electrician (Texas)

Tools

NFPA 70e

Fractal Monitoring

Indie Monitoring

HV/MV switching

Job description

CAMS Renewable Services LLC is hiring a BESS Senior Technician to manage technicians performing preventative maintenance, troubleshoot BESS site systems, and perform electrical repairs. The role requires knowledge of Balance of Plant (BOP) electrical systems and grid-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS).

This position is based on a CAMS managed BESS site near Paris, TX. The Sr. Technician will have the tools of the ROC at hand to guide the dispatched BESS technicians assigned to sites in TX.

Must have excellent work ethic, good communication and documenting skills. Safety is paramount with CAMS and this role requires the Sr. Technician to be proactive in administering the EHS and Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) programs to his team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance of BESS systems and components. Sr. Technician will ensure that the CAMS work order system is fully utilized throughout the BESS projects for planned and corrective maintenance
• Able to replace/install hardware, inverters, monitoring equipment and any other component within the BESS site.
• Perform electrical testing using appropriate PPE procedures.
• Schedule with OEM, ROC, and BOP, any required State of Charge Balancing and periodic battery system performance testing.
• Identify and initiate OEM warranty claims as required for corrective repair work and spare parts
• Prepare reports, if needed to comply with deliverables in O&M contracts
• Perform all work in a safe manner in compliance with company safety policy.
• Attend training sessions on equipment provided by the manufacturer and approved by the manager.
• In the performance of duties, use equipment and resources in accordance with instructions provided by the company.
• Maintains adherence to Company policies, quality, environmental health and safety policies and good housekeeping practices.
• Carry out any other tasks delegated by the company.
• 30% overnight travel
• Perform all work in a safe manner in compliance with company safety policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certificate of training on EPC Power Conversion Systems
• Electrical knowledge/training experience of at least three years
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical and mechanical schematics, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
• Experience in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting BESS systems preferred, but related applicable experience is acceptable.
• Must have good organization, communication, analytical, planning, time management, and customer service skills.
• Communicate internally, with customers, and local participants respectfully verbally and in writing.
• Must be flexible, be able to adapt to new situations, practice self-discipline, and have high integrity.
• Lift objects weighing 30 pounds.
• Climb and descend stairs and ladders. Work outdoors, potentially in extreme weather conditions. Move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• identify Arc Flash requirements and wear personal protective equipment.
• Must have the flexibility to work during weekends and be always available on call.
• Competent skills using Microsoft office applications like Outlook, Excel, Word
• NFPA 70e, Substation Level I &II, First Aid/CPR
• Able to certify as Thermal Image user within 12 months
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive inclement weather.
• Must be on call at scheduled times to respond to emergency call outs

Other Desirable Skills

• Valid certificates of training from CATL Battery Storage Systems (BESS) and EPC Power Conversion Systems (PCS) manufacturers.
• Licensed Master Electrician in Texas
• Perform the commissioning of equipment depending on the degree of maintenance needed.
• Valid certificates of training for HV/MV switching and substation work
• Certified in Thermal Imaging and analysis
• Remote monitoring experience with Fractal, Indie or other vendors

$57 - $60 an hour

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, employee referral incentives, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.