Solar & BESS Technician II - Bellefield Solar + Storage Project
Core
Operations and maintenance of utility-scale solar PV sites and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Southern California, including electrical systems, inverters, trackers, and site cooling infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC Solar & BESS Technician
Builds
Reliable renewable energy generation and storage assets for AES Corporation
Domain
Renewable Energy (Solar PV & Energy Storage)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Electrical systems fundamentals, Mechanical systems fundamentals, Inverter troubleshooting, HVAC system maintenance, SCADA systems, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Safety standards (LOTO, NFPA 70e), OSHA 10, NFPA 855
Preferred skills
Technical degree, Solar certification, 5+ years power generation experience, 2+ years Energy Storage O&M experience
Technologies
SMA, Advanced Energy, EATON, TMEIC, SunGrow, Solectria inverters; NEXTracker & ATI trackers; SCADA; CMMS
Responsibilities
Perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on solar PV and BESS equipment; Operate electrical and mechanical power plant systems; Execute switching and clearance orders; Maintain site cooling systems (HVAC, chillers, pumps); Assist with site vegetation management; Document plant procedures and operating instructions.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC with leadership potential