This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.
About the Site
Yuma Solar is a 70 MW solar and 70MW/280MWh storage power generation facility located inYuma, Arizona.
Position Overview
As a Battery Storage Technician, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining Battery Storage project sites. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) help balance the supply and demand of energy. BESS work by timing their charging and discharging with the demands of the grid.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine mechanical, electrical maintenance and inspections on associated equipment
- Wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
- Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a battery storage facility and associated equipment
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components
- Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment
- Work a 40 hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods
- Support BESS and Solar sites throughout the Phoenix and Yuma areas.
Required Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
- Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
- Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder
- Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
- Valid driver27s license and acceptable driving record.
- 10% travel
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Skills
- EPA certification preferred
- Commercial HVAC experience
- Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
- Experience in an industrial environment dealing with machine repair and maintenance (Manufacturing, Automotive, Food Processing, Automation, Facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronic tech, field engineer or technician, service tech, etc.
- Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
- Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
- Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
- Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
- Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics
- Proficiency with MS Office suite
Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.
$29.49 - $49.97 USD Hourly
Bonus: 0% - 10%
The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate27s experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.
