PV Solar Field Technician III - Northern Divide: Columbus, ND

Battery Technician (Any Level) – Northern Divide:
Columbus, ND

Date: Jul 10, 2026

Location(s): COLUMBUS, ND, US, 58727

Company: Next Era Energy

Next Era Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

The PV Solar & Battery Technician will play a critical role in supporting the operations and maintenance of Next Era Energy’s battery energy storage systems (BESS) at Northern Divide in Columbus, North Dakota. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced battery energy storage technology, supporting the delivery of energy to the grid.

• Inspect, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including battery modules, battery management systems (BMS), HVAC systems, and associated electrical equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on PV solar arrays, inverters, trackers, and monitoring systems to ensure optimal system performance.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, communication, and controls‑related issues affecting solar and battery storage equipment.
• Conduct testing, commissioning support, and performance verification of energy storage and solar systems.
• Monitor system performance and analyze operational data to identify equipment issues and improve reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and technical support teams to optimize plant performance and implement system upgrades.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and company operating standards.
• Accurately document maintenance activities, troubleshooting efforts, repairs, and system modifications.
• Support contractors and other site personnel by providing technical guidance and training as needed.
• Stay current on emerging battery storage technologies, solar industry advancements, and best practices for utility‑scale renewable energy operations.

• Reliability engineering
• Warranty management
• Operation and basic maintenance
• Electrical and power electronics troubleshooting and repairs
• Safety and Environmental program stewardship
• Supervisory duties of NEE employees and contractors
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repairs
• Business duties and Inventory management
• Regulatory compliance
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

• High School Grad / GED
• Experience:
  
  0+ years
• Valid Driver’s License (NON CDL)

• Trade School Graduate
• Licensed Electrician
• Licensed Master Electrician
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified

Next Era Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.  to learn more.

Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: Next Era Energy Operating Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

Next Era Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Next Era Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e‑mail to recruiting‑coordinator.sh , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

Next Era Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.