Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician II

Onward Energy; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Canada is looking for a Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician II to oversee the maintenance and operation of utility scale solar power plants. The role requires strong electrical knowledge, SCADA experience, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional technical training preferred. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and requires flexibility for working hours.

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards package

Market competitive compensation

Health and life insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining power plant electrical systems.
• Ability to anticipate and accept organizational changes.
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices.
• Monitor PV Plant operation through SCADA.
• Perform testing using various electrical equipment.
• Communicate cross-functionally to resolve plant issues.

Skills

Electrical systems operation

SCADA operation

Troubleshooting electrical components

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Multi-tasking skills

Time management skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College or technical degree

Electrical certifications

Tools

IV Curve Tracers

Power Quality Meters

Insulation Resistance Testers

Multimeters

Job description

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Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician II

Direct Reports: No Functional Unit: Asset Management & Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Type: Full-Time

This position reports to the Solar O&M Supervisor . The Solar O&M Tech II will be Responsible for assigned aspects of the maintenance and operation of utility scale PV power plant. Duties include monitoring PV Plant operation through SCADA, commissioning, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC solar PV systems, including inverters, PV module arrays, transformers, switchgear, trackers, and metering systems. Additionally, this position is responsible for safe, high quality and timely performance of maintenance activities in the field.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices.
• Ensure a safe work environment by strict adherence to company protocols.
• Attend, participate in and pass all assigned training in safety, environmental and other areas as assigned.
• Responsible for personal safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Comply with Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
• Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards.
• Ability to create and follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Knowledge of local and national electrical codes.
• Proficient understanding of Electrical schematics and electrical principles.
• Ability to perform testing, switching and troubleshooting of low, medium, and high voltage equipment, including transformers, breakers, relays, contactors, motors, trackers, DC array and inverters to name a few.
• Capable of retrieving relay files and submitting to engineering for review.
• Assist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
• Assist with writing and enforcing work and equipment testing instructions and procedures, including normal and maintenance operating procedures.
• Perform testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other equipment, as needed
• Keep track of quality, quantity, and stock levels of all materials on the sites
• Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) are required.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
• Self-directed and accountable, able to think critically about processes and issues.
• Maintain the Plant’s vegetation requirements; by use of mechanical and or chemical in accordance with site regulations.
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
• Maintain work area and site housecleaning to company standards
• Must be available for night, overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.
• May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

High School Diploma or GED required. College or technical degree preferred. Electrical certifications, state, journeyman, etc. a plus.

• Experience in operating and maintaining power plant electrical systems, SCADA and controls systems operation, troubleshooting advanced electrical components, and using procedures to perform equipment preventative and corrective maintenance preferred
• Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Some intermediate level of technical knowledge of PV Inverters and tracking systems.
• Ability to anticipate and accept changes in the organization and adapt to meet new requirements.
• Effective time management and organizational skill; keen multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history.

THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Hazardous conditions include working in confined spaces, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, exposure to energized electrical equipment, and working in extreme hot and cold conditions.
• The work may require providing first aid/CPR. This requires maintenance of First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• The work will require irregular work hours depending upon the required response of site operations to address the unpredictable needs of the solar plant.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel/composite toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures

THE TEAM

• Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace our values of accountability, adaptability, collaboration, and excellence. At Onward Energy, we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Performing this job without full/focused attention may cause serious injury or even fatality. Work is generally performed outside but may work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot - cool/cold. Occasional rain. Noise levels will be moderate to high. The job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools. People standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Bells, whistles, and alarms.

Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First, and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.

Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.