Entry Level BESS Technician

About the Role

The Entry Level Travel Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician in the PEARCE Renewables Energy Storage Systems (ESS) division performs tasks involving operations and maintenance (O&M) and physical labor at commercial and industrial solar energy projects located throughout United States. This is up to a 100% travel role across the United States.

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

• 1+ years of electrical proficiency relating to electrical systems and components is preferred.
• 1+ 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 or Technical school 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.

Physical/Work Environment

• Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license for at least a year.
• Work possible rotating shifts (100% travel is required for this position).
• Prolong standing and working in ergonomic challenging positions.
• Varied climates based upon locations.

Pay

$22.00-$25.00 hourly/DOE and Per Diem. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

Benefits

• Performance and referral bonuses
• Production incentives
• Tool/equipment and fuel stipends
• Company vehicle
• Per diem or other applicable compensation
• Health and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development courses
• Flexible spending accounts
• HSA option
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Company-matching 401(k) Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Professional development training
• Company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment (as required for the role)