Preventative Maintenance Field Service Technician III

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

 

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The BESS PM Field Service Technician (FST) under the general direction of the PM Manager

Manager, performs all aspects of service operations, maintenance, and support for Battery Energy

Storage Systems. The PM Field Service Technician will assist the PMM with site reports, and

other written and verbal communications between the site and the Management Team, customers,

vendors, etc.

•Be responsible for site safety by utilizing best practices, building on established Fluence safety

culture, and utilizing Fluence safety management systems. Utilize stop-work authority when

warranted. Alert project team members immediately of issues and concerns.

•Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on various BESS equipment and related assets

(including but not limited to SCADA communications, Inverters, MV (Medium Voltage) & HV

operations, HVAC, substations switching & inspections, etc.).

•Aid in inspection, testing, and repair of utility-scale power and controls equipment, execute various

technical tasks, processes, and procedures, such as: interpret single-line drawings and schematics,

troubleshoot BESS installations and configurations, perform electrical testing, troubleshoot control

wiring and I/O racks, configure TCP/IP and Modbus protocols, etc.

•Support the PML/PMM in managing multiple 3rd party service vendors in the safe execution of

O&M services across contracted BESS projects.

•Assists the PML/PMM with creating/reviewing/approving/executing Work Orders accurately

inventory management, data collection and summary reports.

•Hold responsibility for meeting timelines and schedules, scopes of work, quality assurances, and

inspections, successful troubleshooting and repairs, and work orders.

•Maintain open lines of communication to supervisors, engineers, and managers by effective use of

MS Teams, emails, and other communication tools.

•All other job-related duties as assigned.

HS Degree and 2-4 years’ experience working in the electrical or renewable energy industries within

generation / operations / technical teams (solar/wind/BESS/gas/hydro/distribution).

Demonstrated problem-solving skills related to electrical troubleshooting, read, and interpret

schematic drawings, ability to follow company QC and testing procedures.

High level of attention to detail and focus on proper documentation.

Preferred experience with:

Bidirectional inverters, 1500VDC and 690 VAC systems, extra for substations.

Using electrical testing equipment, including meggers and multimeters.

Managed Ethernet Switches, Media Converters (Fiber & Serial).

HVAC & Chiller systems operations & maintenance.

Using Torque tools and Thermal Imaging tools to maintain/verify proper electrical connections.

Other Requirements:

Ability to adapt and work in extreme hot and cold environments, manage time and tasks effectively

with a sense of urgency, and work overtime/weekends as needed.

Either currently hold, or able to immediately obtain certifications for OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, and CPR

Must be willing to travel frequently, up to 3 weeks

Able to operate company vehicles both on-site as well as on public roads and highways. Must have a current driver’s license with a good DMV record.

Requires the ability to physically bend, stoop, sit, stand, walk, reach, climb ladders/steps, and lift at least

50 lbs