Solar & BESS Technician I

AES Clean Energy seeks a Solar & Battery Energy Storage Technician I for its field operations team based in Kauai, Hawaii. In this role, you will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on distributed and utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery storage facilities across the local region, with regular inter-island travel. You will work independently and collaboratively, support warranty claims, coordinate contractor activities, and assist with commissioning as needed.

Responsibilities

• Travel to solar and BESS facilities to conduct preventative and corrective maintenance
• Perform technical and administrative duties related to operation and maintenance of solar and battery storage power facilities
• Coordinate and manage contractor support for maintenance activities
• Provide limited commissioning support
• Lead and support vendor warranty claims processes
• Ensure all work complies with environmental and safety requirements
• Work independently and in team environments

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a PV O&M solar technician, OR three (3) or more years in a power plant
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (e.g., electrical measurements, control circuits, electrical theory application)
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices in power facilities
• Experience with a variety of electrical equipment
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Ability to operate personal computers and standard business software
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
• Physical capability to stand, sit, walk, kneel, twist, climb stairs and ladders, work at heights, and access plant equipment
• Willingness to work overtime and non-standard hours as required
• Technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications (preferred)
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) (preferred)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, parental leave)
• Annual bonus
• Base salary: $28.50–$34.21 per hour (based on experience, skills, and market location)