BESS High Voltage Technician II

Location: Remote (Gilbert, Arizona, US)

Department: Solar and Battery - Site Services COGS

BESS High Voltage Technician

The BESS High Voltage Technician is responsible for supporting planned maintenance outages and responding to on-call, unplanned outages across renewable energy project substations and collection systems. This role requires strong knowledge of electrical safety, switching, and Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures, along with hands-on experience troubleshooting and restoring high-voltage systems to service.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned maintenance and respond to unplanned outages within renewable energy substations and collection systems
• Lead by example in the field, training technicians on LOTO, electrical safety, and best work practices
• Review Arc Flash studies, one-line diagrams, schematics, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documentation
• Develop, verify, and execute switching and maintenance procedures for high-voltage maintenance, testing, and operations
• Perform and support troubleshooting and return-to-service evolutions for substation and collection system equipment
• Safely work in and around energized substations, transmission lines, and collection systems (up to 500 kV)
• De-energize equipment and safely discharge stored energy to troubleshoot issues down to the component level (e.g., motors, relays, coils)
• Locate and repair underground cable faults using HV thumpers, TDR, Megohm meters, and VLF testing equipment
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance in accordance with OEM and NETA standards
• Operate and interpret test equipment including Power Factor, SFRA, TTR, DLRO, circuit breaker analyzers, vacuum bottle testers, SF6 analyzers, and Megohm meters
• Perform IR (thermography) scans and prepare reports with findings and repair recommendations
• Conduct facility and asset inspections, transformer oil sampling, battery maintenance, and testing
• Author, verify, and execute switching orders and procedures
• Identify, maintain, and properly use required safety equipment (grounds, hot sticks, meters, etc.)
• Coordinate and schedule outages with customers and internal teams
• Maintain a strong safety mindset and actively support EHS culture
• Train and mentor developing technicians in electrical safety and equipment maintenance
• Safely operate additional equipment including man lifts, bucket trucks, forklifts, and aerial platforms
• Travel as needed for training or to support other project sites
• Participate in on-call rotations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in high, medium, and low voltage maintenance and testing of electrical power equipment
• Experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing:
• • Circuit breakers
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Air switches
  • URD and XLPE cable systems
• Proven ability to troubleshoot distribution and transmission control circuits
• Experience leading electrical investigations and performing root cause analysis
• Ability to read, interpret, and validate protection, control, and wiring schematics
• Strong understanding of customer and engineering standards, with the ability to identify design issues
• Experience performing substation and collection system switching
• Ability to operate required testing equipment independently
• Ability to function as an on-site lead: scheduling work, assigning tasks, and interfacing with customers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, IEEE and IEC standards
• Knowledge of Ontario Health and Safety Act (where applicable)
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and critical-thinking skills

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check
• Willingness to work overtime and travel out of town as needed
• Physically able to climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 70 lbs
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to maintain a clean driving record
• Ability to reside or relocate within one hour of the assigned project site

Benefits

• Competitive compensation 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Paid holidays and vacation time 
• Career Growth Opportunities within Wind, Solar, and BESS sectors 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Continuous Professional Development Support 

About the Company

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About Us
At RNWBL, we know that our greatest strength lies in our people. We hire individuals who are driven by purpose and a commitment to excellence. Our team is dedicated to delivering superior service and ensuring client satisfaction at every step. Supporting some of the largest and most reputable companies in the industry, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, providing innovative, safe, and cutting-edge solutions that set new industry standards. Power Your Purpose. Join Our Team.