Solar & BESS Technician III

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At AES Clean Energy, we are accelerating the future of energy, together, while transforming customer experience and delivering unique customer products and solutions.  Field Operations Technician III support our expanding teams locally and help grow our portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) solar facilities in the Massachusetts/Rhode Island portfolio while connecting the region to the broader Field Operations network.

Safety First - Self-starter - Innovative Thinker - Driven by Excellence - Team Player - Accountable

If these characteristics describe you, join our team’s exciting journey!

A day in the life of the Field Operations Solar Technician III will include, but is not limited to:

Support the project with performance of preventive & corrective maintenance Collaborate closely with the Team Leader, Regional Manager, Engineering team, and others to remediate site issues and enhance the operating portfolio’s performance. Assist with management of contractors engaged to support maintenance activities and ensure AES Safety procedures are followed. Training of fellow team members.

The preferred candidate will have 3-5 years experience in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of AC and DC electrical systems of varying types and voltages – especially experience working with PV solar systems, substations, BESS, three phase power. This position will be based in Massachusetts

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Team Leader of solar PV site with troubleshooting, in accordance with applicable safety and environmental obligations.
• Responsible for the Preventive and Corrective O&M activities assigned.
• Stop unsafe work, report and correct unsafe conditions or hazards – review and submit applicable accident / incident report.  Work with and support Safety Team.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of O&M activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services.
• Support, or lead as necessary, warranty claims processes with EPC providers and equipment vendors.
• Ensure standard maintenance for vehicles and equipment and assist in addressing repair needs, coordinate usage of shared equipment.
• Schedule and implement site training and qualification efforts.
• Adhere to the annual on-call schedule; respond to “after-hours” emergency situations as necessary.
• Ensure timely, complete, and high-quality documentation related to O&M activities, including but not limited to service tickets, maintenance reports, switching orders, and safety-related documentation (such as JHAs/JSAs, Safe Work Permits, LOTO, Energized Electrical Work Permits, Excavation Permits, etc.).
• Assist Planning and Procurement Teams to ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels – initiate re-order of consumables and spare parts as needed.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental requirements, regional and federal regulations, and company policies.
• Stay abreast of applicable technical & safety standards and share with team.

• Perform/lead other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by Team Leader and Regional Management.

Skills and Qualifications

• Familiar with systems, processes and protocols guiding the operations and maintenance of industrial PV solar plants and electrical systems (OSHA standards, NFPA 70e, Lockout/ Tagout/ Grounding, etc.). Operation of SEL relays, Pad Mounted Switch Gear, Inverters, etc.
• Experience working with utility scale or distributed generation PV systems, Hitachi, Chint, SMA, Schneider, and BESS is a plus.
• Competence with relevant computer systems including but not limited to CMMS, DAS/SCADA, equipment-specific maintenance programs, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Must live in or within 1 hour of Worcester, MA.
• High degree of commitment to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment.
• NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 Certifications preferred but can be obtained in first 90 days of employment.
• High school diploma or GED required; college or technical degree in a related field is a plus
• Massachusetts electrical license a plus.
• Ability to read equipment/facility schematics, maintenance instructions, procedures/manuals, process/procedure documents.
• Personal values consistent with those of the AES: Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills. Spanish language communication is a plus.
• Positive, professional, and collaborative work ethic.
• Detail oriented, high-energy, adept at problem solving and time management in sometimes high stress situations.

Work Environment

• May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Occasional non-standard work hours as required to maintain necessary plant readiness.
• Working outside in a normal solar power plant and/or office environment, including high/low ambient temperatures and high/low humidity areas, and working at heights.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
• Willing and able to walk up to two miles during a work day.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must currently possess or be able to obtain valid TWIC within 90 days of employment.

AES offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and long-term success. Employees in this role are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness benefits, and an annual bonus opportunity based on company and individual performance. In addition, AES provides generous paid time off, including 22 days (176 hours) of PTO per year, plus 13 paid company holidays.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.