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The AES Corporation · 1 week ago

BESS Technician II

Dateland, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 company leading the charge in the global energy revolution. The Battery Energy Storage Technician II will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on energy storage facilities, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements.

Utilities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Travel to energy storage facilities in local region to perform preventative & corrective maintenance on GPTech and EPC Inverters

Perform other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining an energy storage facility

Coordinate and manage contractors engaged to support maintenance activities

Provide limited support for commissioning activities

Lead/support warranty claims processes with vendors as needed

Ensure work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements

Perform work independently and in team environments

Must express emotional intelligence and work well with others in a collaborative environment

Qualification

Electrical equipment experienceEnergy Storage knowledgeOSHA 10 CertificationNFPA 70e CertificationSolar PV TechnologyTechnical proficiencyProblem-solving enthusiasmTeam development focusBilingual SpanishBilingual PortugueseCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Proven experience with a variety of electrical equipment and knowledge of basic IT (Information Technology) and remote communications equipment

Ability to prioritize and plan preventative & corrective maintenance on energy storage equipment

Understanding general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards and assisting in improving existing standards

Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization

Maturity, professionalism, and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing

Self-starter, developed interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic necessary

Detail oriented with an ability to adapt to new challenges and summarize information to support key decision makers

Demonstrated ability to research/interpret technical documents and data

Results oriented fixer of things, with a 'do as I do' leadership philosophy

Ability to operate personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software

Ability to read, write, and understand English

Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations

Demonstrates enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company

Maintains a current level of professional knowledge

Focus on personal growth and team development

Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships

Supports the development of a productive work culture and resilient team

Desire to learn new things and teach others

Technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications

Two or more years of experience as a Energy Storage O&M (Operations & Maintenance) technician

Five (5) or more years' experience in power generation

Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and electrical theory application

Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) 10 and NFPA 70e Certifications

Knowledge of NFPA 855

Preferred

Experience with Solar PV (Photovoltaic) Technology or Energy Storage

Speaking and understanding Spanish and Portuguese is a plus

Company

The AES Corporation

The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it’s a space for innovation and partnership.

Founded in 1981

Arlington, Virginia, US

5001-10000 employees

http://www.aes.com

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