Pearce Services

Maintains critical telecom and energy infrastructure

Lead Battery Energy Storage System Services Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeUnited States

About the Job

Requirements

At least 5 years of team-leading or supervisory experience.
At least 6 years of electrical proficiency related to medium- to high-voltage electrical systems and components.
At least 6 years of experience with utility-scale battery energy storage systems, mission-critical electrical infrastructure, hyperscale and enterprise data centers, and uninterruptible power supply systems.
Experience in electrical and mechanical construction and commissioning.
Experience troubleshooting refrigeration systems with computer room air handlers, computer room air conditioners, and commercial or industrial heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
Candidates should have military experience in electrical power generation, industrial maintenance, nuclear operations, avionics, telecommunications, power distribution, shipboard electrical systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, or other mission-critical technical disciplines.
Candidates should possess one or more of the following certifications or licenses: Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30 (Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10 minimum), National Fire Protection Association 70E, Lockout/Tagout, Environmental Protection Agency Section 608 Universal Certification, National Electrical Testing Association certification, National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies certification, Project Management Professional, Electrical Journeyman License, Electrical Contractor License where applicable, or State Electrical License.
Candidates must comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards.
Candidates must have held a valid driver's license for at least one year.
Candidates must be able to work rotating shifts and travel 100% for the position.
Candidates must be able to stand for prolonged periods and work in ergonomically challenging positions.

Responsibilities

Lead complex electrical and mechanical projects as a hands-on technical leader.
Lead crews of 5–40 or more technicians.
Supervise subcontractors and multiple trades.
Plan daily work activities and project execution.
Manage customer expectations and field communications.
Train and mentor junior technicians.
Maintain a strong safety culture.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Troubleshoot electrical systems using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers (Megger), power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging equipment.

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com.

Your Impact:

As a Lead Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Services Technician, you will be responsible for leading complex electrical and mechanical projects. We are looking for experienced field professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments as hands-on technical leaders with strong troubleshooting skills, commissioning experience, and the ability to lead field teams safely and efficiently on projects located throughout United States. This is 100% travel role across the United States.

Core Responsibilities:

Leading crews of 5–40+ technicians.
Supervising subcontractors and multiple trades.
Planning daily work activities and project execution.
Managing customer expectations and field communications.
Training and mentoring junior technicians.
Maintaining a strong safety culture.
Managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Electrical troubleshooting using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance. testers (Megger), power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging equipment.

Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

5+ years of leading teams or supervising experience.
6+ years of electrical proficiency relating to medium to high voltage electrical systems and components is required.
6+ years of experience in utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), mission-critical electrical infrastructure, hyperscale and enterprise data centers, and UPS systems are required.
Electrical and mechanical construction and commissioning.
Refrigeration system troubleshooting experience with CRAH and CRAC equipment and commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
Military experience with backgrounds in electrical power generation, industrial maintenance, nuclear operations, avionics, telecommunications, power distribution, shipboard electrical systems, HVAC, or other mission-critical technical disciplines.
Candidates should possess one or more of the following certifications:

OSHA 30 (OSHA 10 minimum)
NFPA 70E
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
EPA Section 608 Universal Certification
NETA Certification
NICET Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Electrical Journeyman License
Electrical Contractor License (where applicable)
State Electrical License

Physical/Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

This is a travel position-travel will be required for six weeks at a time. A per diem will be provided when traveling.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license for at least a year.
Work possible rotating shifts (100% travel is required for this position).
Prolong standing and working in ergonomic challenging positions.
Varied climates based upon locations.

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!

About the Company

Pearce Services

Maintains critical telecom and energy infrastructure

Pearce Services operates, maintains, and engineers mission-critical telecom and renewable energy infrastructure across the United States. It delivers 24/7 customized maintenance and engineering services—tower maintenance, repair, and EV charging equipment maintenance—via directly employed technician crews under service contracts or project-based engagements. The company relies on proprietary technology to manage logistics and quality, and prioritizes safety to ensure reliable, high-quality execution. Its goal is to provide high-availability infrastructure for telecom and renewable energy clients through comprehensive, safe, and responsive nationwide maintenance and engineering services.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: $1.2B
Headquarters: Paso Robles, CA
Founded: 1998

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