Solar/BESS Technician

Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a Solar/BESS Technician to join our growing team.

Our Solar/BESS Technician will assist in working on utility-scale solar farms that consist of dealing with Samsung batteries, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performing electrical repairs. We deliver technical solutions that help our customers transition to the grid of the future – Renewable Energy.

The Solar/BESS Technician will travel to job sites around the United States and help build and maintain solar and battery storage infrastructures. The technician must be competent and qualified to work on electrical and/or mechanical components of Renewable Energy assets.

What you’ll be doing as a Solar Technician: 

Working on a multitude of solar/battery systems, may include Samsung Implementing firmware updatesModule ReplacementHot/Cold CommissioningTroubleshootingCharging/Discharging Samsung batteriesFollow all Health and Safety policies to maintain a zero-incident workplaceComplete routine safety documentation before every job including tailgate meetings, electrical work permits, etc.Technical troubleshooting & preventative maintenance activities to maximize performance/productionEnergization/de-energization proceduresFollow & implement LOTO plans & proceduresInterpret schematics and blueprintsQuality assurance checklists and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions neededFollow OEM specific maintenance requirements in addition to company standards and industry best practices i.e. NETA MTS, CSA Z463, etc.Daily digital reporting and documentation of all work performedWork in a team-based environment and independently whereas necessaryParticipation in on-call weekend services on a rotating scheduleIdentify and provide feedback to issues and ongoing development of projectsWilling to work overtime as needed

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks:

Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial and institutional Competitive hourly wagesBenefits (health, vision, dental)401K contribution, up to 3% matchContinuous training and skills improvement including Spark U and external training Hands-on and supportive leadership teamEmployee referral bonus programMonthly cell phone allowanceAll travel, training, workwear & PPE paid forCorporate discounts (hotels, travel, insurance, retail..)…much more

Do you have the Spark? Here’s what we’re looking for:

High school diploma or equivalentPost-secondary education with an electrical or mechanical base is an assetState certified Journeyman license an assetKnowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) an assetValid Driver’s License with clean driving record Must be able to lift 75lbPositive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learnDigital literacy (proficiency with mobile apps and various software: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Report writing)Electrical & mechanical aptitude and experienceAttention to detailAbility to work with a team mentality and liaise with customers to ensure quality of serviceWork in adverse weather conditions and extreme temperaturesFirm commitment to safetyValid Driver's License and clean driving recordAbility to complete a drug test and background check if made an offer of employmentAbility to travel throughout the US

Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power™. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers’ operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.