Solar & Bess Technician III

¿Estás listo para formar parte de una empresa que no solo habla del futuro, sino que lo está construyendo activamente? Únete a The AES Corporation, la mayor empresa global de energía con sede en Estados Unidos, con un equipo de 8.300 empleados en 12 países

AES ha sido clasificada como 1 por BloombergNEF en ventas de energía renovable a empresas en EE UU. y las Américas durante cinco años consecutivos, proporcionando electricidad a millones de personas en todo el mundo

Nos enorgullece fomentar una sólida cultura laboral, obteniendo posiciones destacadas en los rankings de Great Place to Work™ en los mercados donde operamos AES también fue nombrada una de las Empresas Más Éticas del Mundo por 13.º año consecutivo en 2026, lo que refleja nuestro compromiso con la integridad, la transparencia y las prácticas empresariales responsables

Nuestro espíritu de innovación continúa siendo reconocido en la industria AES es la única empresa galardonada siete veces con los Edison Awards del Edison Electric Institute en el siglo XXI, una distinción que reconoce el liderazgo global en el avance de la industria de la energía eléctrica

Si estás listo para formar parte de una empresa que no solo se adapta al cambio, sino que lo impulsa, AES es el lugar para ti No solo estamos construyendo un futuro más sostenible, lo estamos potenciando

Postúlate ahora y potencia tu carrera con un verdadero líder en energía global Location: Guayama, Puerto Rico (On-site) Position Summary The Solar & Bess Technician III is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities and associated substations in Puerto Rico

This role performs preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities on plant equipment while ensuring compliance with company, safety, environmental, and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, predictive, and emergency maintenance on solar plant equipment, including PV modules, inverters, trackers, combiner boxes, transformers, and AC/DC electrical systems. Inspect, operate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electromechanical equipment to maximize plant performance, reliability, and availability.
• Support the operation and maintenance of substations, medium-voltage systems, collection systems, and power distribution equipment. Execute switching, clearance, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and operational procedures as required and authorized. Monitor plant performance and identify equipment issues, abnormal conditions, and opportunities for operational improvement. Complete work orders, inspections, maintenance records, and reports using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Assist in the development, revision, and implementation of plant procedures, operating instructions, and technical documentation.
• Support plant operations during normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions. Participate in training, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure all work is performed in compliance with applicable environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Work independently or as part of a team to support daily plant operations and maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• & Requirements Technical Degree, Associate Degree, or equivalent vocational training in Electrical, Electromechanical, Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Renewable Energy, or a related technical discipline. English and Spanish communication skills are mandatory. Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical maintenance, power generation, industrial facilities, utilities, renewable energy plants, or similar operational environments. Experience in utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities is preferred. Working knowledge of electrical systems, including AC/DC circuits, transformers, breakers, switchgear, protection systems, and power distribution equipment. Experience performing preventive, corrective, and troubleshooting maintenance on electrical and electromechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, one-line drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and equipment documentation. Knowledge of electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout (LOTO), switching procedures, and safe work standards. Familiarity with solar plant equipment such as PV modules, string or central inverters, trackers, combiner boxes, and collection systems is preferred. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment. Valid Puerto Rico driver's license and ability to travel locally between plant facilities, if required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical activities including walking long distances, climbing ladders, lifting equipment, and working at heights when necessary. Availability to work overtime, respond to emergency call-outs, and participate in on-call rotations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience operating or maintaining utility-scale solar power plants.

• Experience with substations and medium-voltage electrical systems. OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, First Aid/CPR, or other relevant safety certifications.
• Experience with SCADA systems, plant monitoring platforms, and electrical testing equipment. Familiarity with SMA, Hitachi, Power Electronics, Nextracker, Array Technologies, or similar solar technologies.