HVAC O&M Technician (Mid-level) Terra-Gen Mojave, CA

SUMMARY

Terra-Gen is seeking a skilled Mid-Level BESS HVAC Technician to support the critical cooling infrastructure of our Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to standards above the industrys best practices. Unlike standard comfort cooling this role focuses on high-precision thermal management systems (liquid cooling or forced air) that keep large-scale battery plants within strict operating temperatures. This role focuses on maintaining high-precision thermal management systems including liquid cooling and forced air systems to ensure reliability and optimal performance of our utility-scale battery storage assets.

The Tech II will be responsible for ensuring maximum up-time for renewable energy storage by maintaining the life support systems of our battery enclosures. They will perform both scheduled and unscheduled fieldwork including but not limited to installation troubleshooting testing commissioning support preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of mechanical refrigeration and controls systems. While this role does not require the advanced diagnostic authority of a Lead Technician the Mid-Level Technician must demonstrate solid technical competency problem-solving skills and adherence to operational standards.

Ideal candidates will be a self-starter and work under the supervision of the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor and may provide guidance to entry-level staff. This role is hands-on requires attention to detail and includes maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. They may also be assigned the responsibility for observing the quality and safety practices of contractors performing HVAC corrective maintenance retrofits and commissioning type work.

This full-time position is based near Mojave CA and may include rotating schedules overtime nights weekends holidays and participation in an on-call rotation. Some travel will be required for this position. The role offers growth opportunities within Terra-Gen.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on BESS HVAC and thermal management systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration HVAC units chillers and liquid-to-air heat exchangers.
• Conduct diagnostic testing including voltage current resistance refrigerant pressure superheat/subcooling and airflow measurements.
• Monitor flush refill and maintain dielectric fluid and glycol-based cooling loops; identify leaks and system inefficiencies.
• Assist in system commissioning performance validation and thermal optimization using PLC/SCADA systems.
• Respond to high-temperature and system alarms.
• Maintain compliance with high-voltage and environmental safety standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• 25 years industrial HVAC commercial refrigeration or energy storage experience.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Proficient in electrical troubleshooting for low-voltage controls and high-voltage fans/pumps.
• Understanding of BESS systems PV systems and high-voltage safety.
• Valid drivers license.

Preferred:

• Journeyman or licensed industrial electrician.
• OSHA 10/30 CPR or NFPA 70E training.
• Experience commissioning industrial HVAC or energy storage systems.
• Ability to train junior technicians and assist in contractor oversight.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Be able to inspect and work maintenance activities in outdoor construction type areas without handicap access.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; and reach with hands to dexterously maneuver small parts in confined spaces such as wires screws and various components within electrical equipment.
• Regularly required to kneel crawl climb ladders and stairs use scissor lifts and manlift (cherry picker).
• Lift 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds assisted.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Some of the work will be performed in an office environment; however the environment for field inspections exposes the employee to the risk of electric shock heights moving mechanical parts hazardous materials chemicals fumes and airborne particles. Additionally while working outdoors the employee is exposed to heat cold inclement weather and ultraviolet radiation from the sun. The noise levels may require hearing protection.

Terra-Gen is an equal opportunity employer drug-free workplace and complies with Americans with Disabilities Act and related laws and regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to age race religion color sex gender sexual orientation pregnancy national origin ancestry physical/mental disability medical condition military/veteran status genetic information marital status ethnicity alienage or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Employees must be authorized to work in the US and employment is contingent upon presentation of acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization as detailed on Form I-9.

Terra-Gen provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership employee health performance and success which includes medical dental vision short and long-term disability life insurance an employee assistance program paid time off paid holidays and 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.

The posted compensation is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future depending upon skills experience education and geographical location.

Description

• EPA 608 Universal Certification
• Valid drivers license.