Advanced Solar Technician

Invenergy Services LLC; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading renewable energy provider seeks a skilled Solar Technician in France to assist in operating and maintaining solar generation facilities. The role requires troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues, performing routine maintenance, and effectively communicating within the team. Candidates should have at least 3 years of renewable energy experience and the ability to work outdoors. In addition to competitive pay, the company offers a robust benefits package including health insurance and 401k options.

Prestations

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k and profit sharing

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of renewable technician experience or 6+ years relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.

Responsabilités

• Perform routine maintenance on solar and substation equipment.
• Troubleshoot complicated electrical and mechanical problems.
• Conduct site maintenance daily wearing safety equipment.

Connaissances

Renewable technician experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Effective communication skills

Climbing ability

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Outils

Testing equipment

Thermographic Inspection tools

Description du poste

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

About The Site

The Renegade Solar Energy Center is a 100 MW-AC solar powered generation facility located in Delta and Marquette County, O&M: 12444 Summer Meadow G 5 Road, Rock, MI 49880 utilizing SMA MVPS 4200-S2-US inverters, NEXTracker NX Horizon XTR trackers, and LONGI LR5-72HBD-550M modules, with an attached substation.

Position Overview

As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in operating and maintaining the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment
• Perform vegetation management, up to operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
• Troubleshoot complicated electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic problems including: Inverter faults, Tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
• Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment.
• Conduct site maintenance daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
• The Solar Technician will work a schedule of 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday-Friday (40 hours) and will be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience level 3+ years of renewable (Wind, Solar, BESS) technician experience, or 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Have availability to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
• Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience

• Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
• Experience in an industrial environment dealing with machine repair and maintenance (Manufacturing, Automotive, Food Processing, Automation, Facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronic tech, field engineer or technician, service tech, etc.
• Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
• Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics
• Proficiency with MS Office suite

This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Base Pay

$28.67 - $48.58 USD Hourly
Bonus: 0% - 10%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.