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Solar & BESS Technician II
The AES Corporation. Perform assigned O&M activities for solar PV sites and substations associated with utility-scale solar energy plants in Southern California .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining solar PV systems and associated electrical and mechanical equipment, with a strong focus on safety and compliance with environmental regulations. Proficient in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and technical documentation within the energy storage and power generation sectors.
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Solar PV Operations & MaintenanceElectrical Systems TroubleshootingSCADA & Computerized Maintenance Management SystemsOSHA 10 & NFPA 70e CertificationsEnergy Storage O&M Technician Experience
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Hard Skills
Electrical MeasurementsControl CircuitsHVAC Systems MaintenanceInverter TroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceTechnical DocumentationRefrigeration Circuit DiagnosisInstrumentation & CalibrationSafety ComplianceMechanical Fundamentals
Soft Skills
Excellent Hands-On AbilitiesStrong Technical SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationEffective Communication
Tools & Technologies
TractorsRiding MowersChillersPumpsThermal-Management EquipmentHVAC UnitsPower Plant SystemsDC Collection SystemsAC Distribution SystemsCombiner Boxes
Certifications & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GEDOSHA 10 CertificationNFPA 70e CertificationNFPA 855 KnowledgeTechnical Degree or Solar Certification (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Utility-Scale Solar EnergyEnergy StoragePower GenerationEnvironmental RegulationsSafety PrinciplesLOTO ProceduresElectrical SafetyOperational CharacteristicsMaintenance ProceduresSite Vegetation Management
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAirflowSwitching
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Perform assigned O&M activities for solar PV sites and substations associated with utility-scale solar energy plants in Southern California
- Perform or assist with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations on inverters, trackers, combiner boxes, PV modules, DC collection systems, and AC collection/distribution systems
- Perform routine electrical repair, instrumentation, calibration, and basic inverter troubleshooting
- Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders
- Operate electrical and mechanical power plant systems
- Participate in required training
- Perform technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power plant
- Assist with site vegetation management, including operating tractors, riding mowers, and other equipment
- Write or assist with plant orders, plant procedures, operating instructions, and other assigned documents
- Ensure work complies with environmental and safety requirements
- Work independently or in crews depending on skills and experience
- Install, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain split HVAC systems supporting BESS containers and auxiliary equipment
- Service packaged HVAC units and rooftop-style systems
- Support operation, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of chillers, pumps, and thermal-management equipment
- Diagnose refrigeration circuit, compressor, pressure/temperature, and cooling-capacity issues
- Inspect and maintain filters, coils, fans, dampers, ventilation paths, and airflow performance
- Inspect and maintain condensate drains, pumps, pans, and piping
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Must live in the general Lancaster/Mojave/Tehachapi area in California or be willing to relocate prior to the start date
- Experience with electrical systems and basic safety principles, including LOTO and Electrical Safety
- Experience operating a personal computer with technical proficiency in standard business software
- SCADA and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems experience highly recommended
- Ability to read, write and understand English
- Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
- Excellent hands-on abilities and strong technical skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Two or more years of experience as an Energy Storage O&M technician
- Five or more years of experience in power generation
- Knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals, including electrical measurements, control circuits, and electrical theory application
- Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities
- OSHA 10 and NFPA 70e certifications
- Knowledge of NFPA 855
- Ability to work at heights and around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals
- Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours as required
- Ability to travel to sites outside the typical area
- Preferred: Technical degree or Solar certification
Benefits
Comp & perks- Professional growth opportunities
- Equal opportunity employment and diversity and inclusion commitment