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The AES Operations team is looking for a Battery Energy Storage Technician II with solid troubleshooting experience. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, and demonstrate the ability to lead, train, and work with other field personnel.

This role will be based in Dateland, AZ

Principal Duties and 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

Desired Skills, Expertise, and Competencies:

• Proven experience with a variety of electrical equipment and knowledge of basic IT (Information Technology) and remote communications equipment
• Experience with Solar PV (Photovoltaic) Technology or Energy Storage a plus.
• 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
• Speaking and understanding Spanish and Portuguese is a plus
• 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

Education / Experience:

• 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

Working Conditions:

• Working outside
• Normal plant and/or office environment, including working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures, and high/low humidity areas
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment
• Requires use of personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.)
• May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals
• Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to emergencies, as needed
• Candidate must be able to pass random drug and alcohol testing where allowed by law.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.