About the job
Join Our Team as a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Technician!
Spark Power, a leading energy solutions provider in North America, is excited to announce an opening for a BESS Technician at our Angleton, TX location. Be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing renewable energy through innovative technologies.
As a BESS Technician, you will play a crucial role in the operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar farms, focusing on preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and performing electrical repairs. Your expertise will support our mission to facilitate the transition to the renewable energy grid of the future.
Your Responsibilities:
- Engage with various solar and battery systems, including those from Samsung.
- Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on utility-scale BESS systems.
- Implement firmware updates and manage module replacements.
- Execute hot/cold commissioning processes.
- Troubleshoot system issues and conduct electrical and mechanical repairs.
- Perform battery charge and discharge cycles safely.
- Adhere to all health and safety policies to ensure a zero-incident workplace.
- Complete routine safety documentation prior to each task, including tailgate meetings and electrical work permits.
- Follow energization/de-energization procedures and implement lockout/tagout (LOTO) plans.
- Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
- Conduct quality assurance inspections to identify deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
- Follow OEM-specific maintenance protocols alongside company standards and industry best practices (e.g., NETA MTS, CSA Z463).
- Document all work performed digitally on a daily basis.
- Collaborate effectively within a team environment as well as work independently when necessary.
- Participate in on-call weekend services on a rotating basis.
- Provide feedback on issues and contribute to the ongoing development of projects.
- Be open to working overtime as required.
Employee Benefits and Perks:
- Diverse customer portfolio, including industrial, commercial, and institutional clients.
- Competitive hourly wages.
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, vision, dental).
- 401K contributions with up to a 3% match.
- Continuous training and skill enhancement opportunities through Spark U and external programs.
- Supportive leadership team dedicated to hands-on guidance.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Monthly cell phone allowance.
- Full coverage for all travel, training, workwear, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Corporate discounts available (hotels, travel, insurance, retail).
- …and much more!
Do you have the Spark? Here’s What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent (post-secondary education in a relevant field is preferred).

