Solar/BESS Technician

Spark Power; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Solar Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in building and maintaining renewable energy infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects in a supportive environment, ensuring a sustainable future. With competitive wages, a flexible benefits package, and ongoing training, you will be equipped to thrive in your career. If you're passionate about renewable energy and have the skills to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Flexible Benefits Package

Wellness Spending Accounts

RRSP Options

Ongoing Training

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Corporate Discounts

Tool Allowance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical field experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on solar and energy storage systems.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and inspections.

Skills

Electrical Field Experience

Mechanical Skills

Customer Service

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary Education in Electrical or Mechanical Fields

Tools

Electrical Testing Equipment

Multimeters

Thermal Imagery

Job description

Spark Power is a leading independent power solutions provider to the electrical service industry across North America. We deliver technical solutions that help our customers transition to the grid of the future – Renewable Energy.

Position: Solar Technician

The Solar Technician will travel to job sites around the defined service area and help build and maintain solar, battery storage, and electric vehicle infrastructure. The technician must be competent and qualified to work on electrical and/or mechanical components of Renewable Energy assets. Responsibilities include full system installation, commissioning, maintenance, system performance evaluation, and troubleshooting of power and energy systems. Must reside in the GTA or immediate surrounding area.

What you’ll be doing as a Solar Technician:

1. Follow all Health and Safety policies to maintain a zero-incident workplace.
2. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on utility, rooftop, and energy storage system assets.
3. Complete maintenance logs, work orders, service reports, and safety documentation.
4. Use electrical testing equipment including multimeters, meggers, thermal imagery, and complete torque tests and performance evaluations.
5. Follow and implement LOTO plans and procedures, including energizing/de-energizing procedures.
6. Interpret schematics and blueprints.
7. Conduct quality assurance checks and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions needed.
8. Follow OEM specific maintenance requirements in addition to company standards and industry best practices (e.g., NETA MTS, CSA Z463).
9. Work in a team-based environment and independently as necessary.
10. Participate in on-call weekend services on a rotating schedule.
11. Identify issues and provide feedback for ongoing project development.
12. Work overtime as needed.
13. Maintain site cleanliness and safety, including buildings, vegetation, fences, gates, and roads.
14. Ensure spare parts inventory is organized and maintained.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

• Diverse customer base, including industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
• Competitive wages, commissions, and bonus structures.
• Flexible benefits package and wellness spending accounts.
• RRSP options.
• Supportive leadership and ongoing training including Spark U and external courses.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Corporate discounts on hotels, travel, insurance, retail, etc.
• Tool allowance.

…much more

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years electrical field experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary education in electrical or mechanical fields is an asset.
• 309A Electrical license preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with a suitable driving record.
• Ability to lift 34kg (75lb).
• Ability to determine color codes.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Customer-focused attitude and professional representation of Spark.
• Firm commitment to safety.
• Ability to travel within the territory and work overtime or on-call as needed.

About Spark Power

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of electrical services and operations & maintenance for the industrial, utility, and renewable markets in North America. We aim to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power through skilled personnel, technological expertise, and a commitment to safety, ensuring operational excellence today and tomorrow.

Spark Power encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.