Solar & BESS Technician I

AES•Dateland, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company, is a global leader in the energy revolution, operating in 14 countries and committed to innovation and collaboration. Recognized as a Top Ten Best Workplace for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022 and certified as a Great Place to Work, AES is the #1 company globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, providing electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. AES is dedicated to achieving net-zero goals by 2050 through innovative solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy. The AES Operations team is seeking a Solar & BESS Technician I to ensure the portfolio operates to industry best-practice standards. This role, based in McFarland, Dateland, AZ, offers unparalleled professional growth as AES CE expands. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, able to take direction from Field Service leads, and must commute daily to the site.

Requirements

Understands and promotes general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
Experience with electrical systems and familiarity of basic safety principles to included LOTO and Electrical Safety.
Must have experience in operating personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
Ability to excel in a collaborative, multi-functional and geographically diverse organization.
Integrity and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with leaders and colleagues.
Promotes the site team; strong teammate and willing to assist others when appropriate.
High-energy, developed interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
Meticulous, with an ability to synthesize complex analysis, approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers.
Excellent hands-on abilities with strong technical skills.
Ability to read, write and understand English.
Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and making valuable contributions to the company.
Maintains a current level of professional knowledge.
Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action.
Fosters open communication and maintains collaborative, respectful relationships while consistently demonstrating professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
Possess high school diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory application, and/or basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities.
Must be able to pass random drug and alcohol tests as permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SCADA and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems is highly recommended.
Ability to speak and understand Spanish and Portuguese is a plus.
Possess Technical degree.
Solar certification.
Energy Storage Certification.
Experience in energy storage system installation.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assigned O&M activities associated with the Energy Storage sites and substations associated with the utility-scale and distribution scale Energy Storage.
Performs/assists with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform for equipment including but not limited to installed Inverters, transformers, battery modules, DC Collection equipment, AC Collection and Distribution equipment and systems.
Performs/assists with routine maintenance work (electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration, basic Inverter troubleshooting), up to their capabilities, as assigned and/or directed by supervisor and work orders from the maintenance management system.
Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders.
Operates electrical and mechanical power plant systems.
Participates in training as required.
Performs/assists with technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power plant.
May assist with site vegetation management plans including running tractors, riding mowers, and other vegetation maintenance equipment.
Writes/assists with Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned.
Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
May perform work independently and/or in work crews, depending upon skills and experience.