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Operations Technician

Green Recruitment Company, Granite Heights, WI, USA

Pay: 60.000 - 80.000

Job type: Full Time


TGRC is supporting a leading U.S. energy storage owner-operator in the hire of multiple Renewable Energy Technicians to support the operation and maintenance of several utility‑scale battery storage projects across Texas.

These are hands‑on, site‑based roles focused on keeping critical electrical infrastructure running safely and reliably, supporting a fast‑growing fleet of grid‑scale assets.

The Role
As a Renewable Energy Technician, you will be responsible for the safe inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of utility‑scale BESS equipment and associated balance‑of‑plant systems.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on BESS equipment (PCS, inverters, transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection systems)

Troubleshoot electrical faults and support rapid restoration of site availability

Support switching, LOTO, and safe work procedures across MV/HV equipment

Execute work orders, inspections, and reporting through CMMS / maintenance platforms

Coordinate with OEMs, contractors, and internal operations teams for repairs and upgrades

Assist with commissioning support, warranty activities, and field diagnostics as required

Maintain high standards for safety, housekeeping, and compliance

Candidate Profile

2–8+ years of hands‑on electrical maintenance experience in one or more of:

Utility‑scale BESS

Solar PV / Renewables

Substations / T&D

Power generation (gas/steam)

Industrial electrical / critical facilities

Comfortable working with medium voltage equipment (and high voltage exposure preferred)

Strong troubleshooting capability across protection, controls, and electrical systems

Able to work independently in remote project environments

Willingness to participate in call‑out / rotating coverage if required

Valid driver’s license and ability to pass standard site access requirements

Preferred:

BESS commissioning / OEM exposure (Fluence, Wärtsilä, Tesla, Powin, etc.)

NETA, NICET, NABCEP, or similar certifications

Experience with relay testing / protection & controls

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