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

Requisition

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!

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! Join the Next Era Energy Power Generation Team. As a member of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team, this position is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of both the solar generation and battery storage assets.

The technician will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on battery systems, inverters, transformers, switch gear, and PV components while helping maximize plant availability and energy production.

• 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.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to work with advanced battery energy storage technology, supporting the delivery of energy to the grid.

The Site Technician will support the Regional Manager or designee to ensure the perfect execution of the PGD processes. Site Technicians in a solar region perform duties in the following but are not limited to safety, contractor management, electrical/electronic/mechanical equipment operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, overall site operations, asset management and regulatory compliance, reliability engineering, and inventory management.

• 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
• Heavy equipment operation
• 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.

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…