Technician III - (Uxbridge, MA)

b5d87377-1bbe-4787-8322-eb5c7abdc9c7•Uxbridge, MA

8h•$45 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician III is responsible for assigned aspects of maintenance and operation at a utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) power plant. Duties include monitoring plant operation through SCADA and commissioning, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC systems, including inverters, transformers, switchgear, and metering systems. The role performs preventive and corrective maintenance, supports site planning and project execution, maintains required work orders and documentation, and helps ensure plant safety, quality, schedule adherence, and equipment efficiency. The Technician III may lead work groups and supervise plant evolutions, train personnel, and report to the most senior site manager or supervisor, depending on the site’s organizational structure. Travel may be required based on company needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in utility solar operations and maintenance.
Journeyman Electrician’s license in Massachusetts.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of electrical safety and arc-flash standards.
Ability to follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures.
Strong safety background, including experience with Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
Working knowledge of industrial or power facility operation and maintenance.
Knowledge of local and national electrical codes.
Proficiency reading and understanding electrical schematics and prints.
Proficiency in medium- and high-voltage switching.
Experience testing and troubleshooting medium- and high-voltage equipment, including transformers, potential transformers, current transformers, breakers, relays, contactors, motors, and inverters.
Ability to retrieve relay files and documentation.
Fluency using a CMMS system for maintenance tracking.
Computer skills in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Office products.
Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects and work independently with little to no direction while following company compliance and work processes.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to complete NovaSource Technician Qualification Standards successfully within 90 days of hire.
Ability to bend, kneel, twist, lift up to 70 pounds, climb ladders, wear PPE for extended periods, work in high and low temperatures and sun exposure, and walk on uneven ground.
Ability to differentiate colors for color-coded wiring and demonstrate good hand-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating and maintaining power plant electrical systems, operating SCADA and controls systems, troubleshooting advanced electrical components, and using procedures for preventive and corrective equipment maintenance.
Prior supervisory experience.
College or technical degree.
Equivalent training in the military, utility, or power industry.

Responsibilities

Perform against quarterly key performance indicators, including energy generation, on-time planned maintenance, and plant and equipment efficiency.
Promote strict adherence to company protocols and maintain a safe work environment; take responsibility for personal safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
Perform and document training on Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief, and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures, and ensure compliance with them.
Perform preventive maintenance, including measuring, reading, testing, and carrying out maintenance procedures on site components.
Train personnel in safety, environmental, and procedural requirements.
Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
Write and enforce work and equipment testing instructions and procedures, including normal and maintenance operating procedures.
Ensure work orders are complete and required documentation and reports are reviewed, completed, submitted, and filed.
Prepare documents needed to procure and use materials and vendor services.
Attend, participate in, and pass assigned safety, environmental, and other training.
Maintain the work area and site housekeeping to 5S standards.
Verify SCADA site configuration.
Follow company vehicle maintenance and safety standards.
Lead work groups and supervise plant evolutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.