Job description
MILLER BROS SOLAR, LLC
JOB TITLE: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician
About Miller Bros Solar -
Headquartered in Conshohocken PA, MBS operates 5GW + of both Distributed Generation (DG), Utility Scale PV plants and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across 29 states in North America. Our dedicated team aims to exceed our client expectations, control costs, and enable power plants under our management to achieve expected ROIs. Through meticulous customer- focused operations, financial decision-making procedures, and 24/7/365 availability, MBS provides a full wrap of O&M services tailored to our partners' needs. We do not sponsor employment visas.
JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY – BESS Technician
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician to join our team. The BESS Tech will be responsible for performing corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations safely and efficiently for a Utility Scale BESS facility located just outside Laredo, Texas.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – BESS Technician
Essential Functions of The Job
•Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
•Respond to dispatches to sites for troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment malfunctions/failures - including electrical troubleshooting and use of electrical testing equipment.
•Monitor the performance of BESS using data acquisition systems.
•Document site issues and resolutions.
•Record time as required in software systems.
•Participate in meetings, in person or remotely.
•Ensure that work is performed in accordance and compliance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
•Perform work independently and/or in work crews, including, but not limited to engineers, electricians, and grid operators
•Travel to/from the site; occasional distance or overnight travel.
•Other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Requirements
•High school diploma or equivalent; 2-yr technical degree or higher or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualification in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or a related field preferred.
•Technical Training: Certification inf BESS technology and safety practices (e.g. OSHA 10, NFPA 70E).
•Experience: Practical experience with electrical systems, renewable energy installations, or similar technical roles.
•One or more years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience.
•Two-plus years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience.
•Experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects.
Competencies Needed
•Knowledge of electrical equipment including solar modules, combiner boxes, inverters, PV wiring harness, 35kv underground cable and high voltage substations.
•Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
•Understanding of general workplace safety and ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
•Excellent hands-on abilities with strong technical skills.
•Knowledge of schematics, electrical systems, photovoltaic systems, programmable logic controllers, high-voltage, and batteries/battery storage.
•Strong people skills, professionalism, strong work ethic.
•Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
•Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all site individuals; excellent communication skills.
•Strong collaborator, assisting others when necessary and appropriate.
•Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
•Ability and initiative to solve problems, adding value to the company.
•Strong computer and software skills – Microsoft Office programs and aptitude for learning new software programs.
•Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights) as required.
•Travel required as needed.
Miller Bros. Solar, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Please contact mbsrecruiting@millerbros.us for more information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour
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Schedule:
Work Location: In person