Field Technician- Renewable Energy

About The Company

Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Operating primarily across the Southwest and expanding nationwide, we have completed nearly 3 GW of solar and battery energy storage installations. Gridworks is well-positioned for continued growth in the rapidly expanding clean energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on utility-scale BESS assets, including battery storage containers, power conversion systems (PCS), inverters, and associated electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, BMS alarms, and inverter issues efficiently to minimize system downtime and restore normal operations.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance on BESS equipment including balance-of-plant systems, thermal management, electrical connections, and site infrastructure in accordance with OEM guidelines and maintenance schedules.
• Interface with SCADA and BESS management systems to access operational data, interpret fault codes, and support troubleshooting of equipment issues in the field.
• Respond to on-call dispatch events for critical and high-priority alarms; triage field-level faults independently and escalate complex issues with thorough written documentation.
• Communicate with Remote Operations Center (ROC) personnel and utility dispatch to coordinate operations, report system status, and support real-time operational decisions.
• Execute electrical switching procedures in accordance with approved switching orders; experience with medium-voltage switching operations, including operation of MV disconnects and breakers, required.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and warranty service teams to support warranty claims and facilitate OEM-level maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, fault records, and corrective action documentation to support operational reporting and performance tracking.
• Support and coordinate third-party contractors performing work on-site, ensuring activities are completed safely and in accordance with project requirements.
• Attend OEM and manufacturer training sessions; maintain current knowledge of BESS equipment, safety protocols, and operational best practices.
• Adhere to all NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements, OSHA standards, and Gridworks safety protocols at all times.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support emergency response to critical system faults outside normal business hours.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with utility-scale BESS, energy storage systems, or industrial electrical systems required
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot power conversion systems (PCS), inverters, and battery management systems (BMS)
• Electrical safety training consistent with NFPA 70E requirements preferred; ability to work safely on or near energized AC and DC electrical equipment
• Demonstrated proficiency with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for electrical isolation of energized equipment; experience developing and executing equipment-specific LOTO plans preferred
• Proficiency reading single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, and OEM equipment manuals
• Experience with SCADA or energy management systems in an operational environment
• Strong written documentation skills for field logs, maintenance records, and incident reports
• Previous experience with utility-scale BESS or inverter platforms preferred
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain utility site access credentials as required by client sites (background check required)
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver’s license; reliable daily travel between Albuquerque-area sites required
• Able to work outdoors in varying temperatures and within confined spaces inside battery containers
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; maneuver equipment up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Flexibility to participate in on-call rotation for emergency response coverage, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment and random drug screenings
• Willing and able to travel occasionally to support other Gridworks BESS sites as needed (generally less than 15%)