Lead BESS Technician

The Lead BESS Technician role at Pearce Services is located in Houston, Texas. This position leads electrical and mechanical work on battery energy storage systems and related mission-critical infrastructure, with up to 100 percent travel required across the United States in assignments lasting four to six weeks at a time. Pearce delivers maintenance, repair, and commissioning services for BESS, UPS systems, generators, and electrical infrastructure serving renewable energy, telecom, and data center clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews of 5 to 40 or more technicians on BESS and electrical infrastructure projects.
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate multiple trades during project execution.
• Plan daily work activities and manage overall project timelines in the field.
• Handle customer communications and manage on-site expectations.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on electrical and mechanical tasks.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain compliance with OSHA standards.
• Oversee multiple projects at once while tracking progress and resources.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers, power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging equipment.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of experience leading teams or supervising field personnel.
• 6 or more years of hands-on electrical work with medium- to high-voltage systems and components.
• 6 or more years of experience with utility-scale BESS, mission-critical electrical infrastructure, hyperscale or enterprise data centers, or UPS systems.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical construction and commissioning.
• Experience troubleshooting refrigeration systems on CRAH, CRAC, or commercial and industrial HVAC equipment.
• Military background in electrical power generation, industrial maintenance, nuclear operations, avionics, telecommunications, power distribution, shipboard electrical systems, or HVAC.
• Valid driver’s license held for at least one year.
• Ability to work prolonged standing shifts in ergonomically challenging positions and in varied climates.
• One or more of the following certifications: OSHA 30 (OSHA 10 minimum), NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), EPA Section 608 Universal, NETA, NICET, PMP, Electrical Journeyman License, Electrical Contractor License, or State Electrical License.

Benefits

• Hourly compensation of $45 to $60, depending on experience, plus per diem during travel assignments.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; HSA option; life insurance; and 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
• Company vehicle, phone, laptop or tablet, tools, and safety equipment provided as required for the role.
• Performance bonuses, referral bonuses, production incentives, tool and equipment stipends, and fuel stipends may apply.