Utility Solar Technician I - (Blasdell, NY)

NovaSource Power • Town of Hamburg, NY

124d

About The Position

The Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of utility-scale energy storage systems. This role supports system uptime and performance through scheduled maintenance, real-time fault response, and root-cause diagnostics of electrical and control systems. Working closely with site operations, OEMs, and remote monitoring teams, the technician ensures reliable system performance across components such as inverters, battery modules, fire suppression, HVAC, and SCADA. This is a field-based, hands-on role ideal for those with strong technical skills, a safety-first mindset, and an interest in contributing to the clean energy transition.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a related position.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• College or technical degree preferred.
• Electrical certifications, state, journeyman, etc. a plus.
• Equivalent training in military, utility, or power industry a plus.
• Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards.
• Ability to follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety and environmental procedures.
• Must have a safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
• Knowledge of industrial or power facility operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of local and national electrical codes.
• Basic understanding of Electrical schematics and prints.
• Understanding of electrical principles.
• With oversight, able to retrieve relay files and documentation.
• Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking.
• Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) is required.
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate in English both verbally and written.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Self-directed and accountable, able to think critically about processes and issues.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to complete NovaSource Technician Qualification Standards successfully within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform to quarterly key performance indicators, such as actual versus expected energy generation, on-time planned maintenance, and support overall plant and equipment efficiency.
• Ensure a safe work environment by strict adherence to company protocols.
• Responsible for personal safety, quality and schedule adherence.
• Learn, understand, and comply with Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
• With supervision be responsible for a variety of PM work including measuring, reading, testing and performing maintenance procedures on all site components.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety.
• Prepare documents necessary for procurement and utilization of materials and vendor services.
• Ensure all documentation and required reports are reviewed, complete, submitted and filed.
• Attend, participate in and pass all assigned training in safety, environmental and other areas as assigned.
• Maintain work area and site housecleaning to 5S standards.
• Inspect and clean PV equipment at assigned location.
• Verify SCADA site configuration.
• Adhere to Company vehicle maintenance standards and safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees.
• Commitment to compliance with applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees