BESS O&M Technician

About the role

CAMS Renewable Services LLC is hiring a Battery Storage System (BESS) Technician with knowledge of electrical systems, sub-station maintenance, and grid scale battery energy storage system (BESS) space. Our BOP Technician will be responsible for performing substation preventative maintenance, troubleshooting HV systems, and preparing and submitting quality reports on site conditions in the Ft Stockton, TX area. Must have an excellent work ethic, good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a safe manner and in compliance with company safety policies (Safety First Mindset)
• Site management including roads, signage, vegetation, etc.
• Manage inspections, records, and outages (planned and unplanned)
• Prepare monthly reporting
• Provide on-site support during associated site BESS construction and commissioning
• Perform substation and medium voltage equipment inspections
• Manage and execute outages to support construction activities on the base
• Occasionally participate in corrective maintenance of AC distribution and BESS systems/components as directed by supervisor with minimal supervision
• Receive, execute, and complete daily work orders in a timely fashion, planning each workday carefully to achieve all objectives within a normal 8-hour work period without incurring overtime
• Participate in special projects such as pre-commissioning/checkout of new substations, stage additions, substation inspections, and commissioning preparation
• Comply with safe clearance procedures and all related safety rules and regulations; consistently and properly wear correct High Voltage Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• Participate diplomatically in meetings with regulatory inspectors and representatives of other companies
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of components
• Perform electrical testing using appropriate PPE and procedures
• Prepare reports as needed to comply with deliverables in O&M contracts
• Attend training sessions on equipment provided by the manufacturer and approved by management
• Use equipment and resources in accordance with instructions provided by the company
• Maintain adherence to Company policies, quality, environmental health and safety policies and good housekeeping practices
• Up to 20% overnight US travel

Qualifications and requirements

• Electrical Technology Diploma or commensurate experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience in substations (gas circuit breakers, air switches)
• Texas electrical license is desired but not required
• NFPA 70E, Sub Station Maintenance training certification
• Must be able to commute to the project site near Ft. Stockton, TX daily
• Must have flexibility to work during weekends and be always available on call
• Thermal Scans & Oil Sampling experience
• Ability to operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power quality meters, insulation resistance testers, high potential testers, phase sticks, phase rotation meters, digital test equipment, other electrical test equipment, and cable locating and fault-finding equipment as needed daily
• Perform routine installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing of equipment in high voltage switchyards, substations, and power operations centers
• OSHA 10 - General Industry or Construction Certified and CPR certified before starting work (CAMS may provide financial assistance for these courses if necessary)
• Must be able to become a qualified person per NESC, NEC, NFPA 70F
• Ability to perform regular and recurring field inspections, investigations, or surveys involving considerable physical activity including walking, stooping, bending, and climbing
• Obtain fluid analysis from oil filled transformers for standard chemical and electrical property analysis in accordance with ASTM guidelines
• Construction/installation/maintenance of cable tray, high voltage cable terminations, ground grids, underground duct banks and control wiring for various electrical equipment
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical and mechanical schematics, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations
• Experience in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems preferred but related applicable experience is acceptable
• Good organization, communication, analytical, planning, time management, and customer service skills
• Competent skills using Microsoft Office applications like Outlook, Excel, Word
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position is assigned a company vehicle
• Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle and driving in inclement weather as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements
• Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Pay and benefits

• $95,000 - $105,000 a year
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans
• Additional "ala carte" benefits options
• 401k
• Flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program