O&M Technician — Battery Energy Storage (BESS) / Power Systems
Clean Energy Services · Weatherford, TX · 4 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly capable O&M Lead Technician to serve as the primary on-site Operator representative for large battery energy storage facilities consisting of BESS, medium-voltage transformers, a main power transformer, and associated substation equipment.
Core Responsibilities
Preventative & Corrective Maintenance
- Execute Preventative Maintenance Services in accordance with the Annual Maintenance Service Plan
- Perform corrective maintenance on Covered Equipment, including:
- Tier 1 BESS equipment
- Middle-voltage transformers
- Main power transformer
- Switchgear and protection systems
- Communication and telemetry equipment
- Maintain system condition consistent with Prudent Industry Practices and OEM requirements
Emergency & System Event Response
- Respond to site Emergencies and System Events within contractual response time requirements
- Immediately mitigate safety or equipment risks
- Support emergency corrective actions to prevent material loss or system capacity impact
- Provide detailed written event notifications and follow-up reports within required timeframes
Substation & High-Voltage Operations
- Perform switching activities in accordance with approved procedures
- Support medium-voltage and substation interface troubleshooting
- Aid with outages, breaker operations, and coordination with the utility (Oncor)
- Maintain awareness of interconnection and grid compliance obligations
NERC / Operational Compliance Support
- Support Generator Operator (GOP) functions as applicable
- Maintain operational logs and event documentation
- Ensure work aligns with NERC Reliability Standards where required
- Aid with compliance audits and documentation retention
Metering, Telemetry & Monitoring
- Support meter testing and calibration coordination
- Maintain telemetry and communications functionality
- Trussle communications failures and restore within required timeframes
Spare Parts & Inventory Management
- Act as on-site custodian of Spare Parts inventory
- Track serialized and non-serialized parts
- Maintain minimum inventory levels
- Cook up procurement with Customer
- Ensure accurate monthly inventory reporting
Reporting & Documentation
- Produce clear, detailed service reports and maintenance logs
- Contribute to Monthly and Annual operational reporting
- Document outages, forced events, lost production, and corrective actions
- Maintain digital records in alignment with contractual reporting requirements
- Support warranty and insurance claim documentation
Safety & HSSE Compliance
- Follow LOTO and energized work protocols
- Comply with HSSE requirements and site safety standards
- Maintain safe handling and disposal of oils, lubricants, and hazardous materials
- Participate in safety training and audits
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years hands-on electrical experience in one or more of the following:
- Utility-scale power generation
- Substation operations
- High-voltage or medium-voltage environments
- Battery energy storage systems
- Industrial power systems
- Demonstrated troubleshooting capability in power systems
- Experience working with MV (5kV–35kV) systems
- Ability to read single-line diagrams, protection schematics, and OEM manuals
- Working knowledge of safe switching practices
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work outdoors in industrial environments
Strongly Preferred
- Substation high-voltage experience
- Prior utility-scale BESS experience
- Familiarity with transformer diagnostics and breaker testing
- NERC familiarity or Generator Operator exposure
- NFPA 70E certification
- State electrical license or formal electrical training
- OEM certifications helpful, but not necessary
Compensation & Benefits
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Competitive hourly pay
- Overtime eligibility and potential
- Vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- PTO
- Paid training and certifications
- Long-term stability under multi-year O&M contract
Location
📍 Location: Weatherford, TX
Hours
Full-Time | Guaranteed 40 Hours per Week
Contact
Clean Energy Services
Weatherford, TX