Advanced Solar Farm Technician – Safety & Reliability

RWE Gruppe; Christensen (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Short-term incentives

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Solar Farm Technician II in California to install, operate, maintain, and repair solar systems while upholding safety and environmental standards. You will diagnose issues, monitor SCADA data, and support ongoing operations and improvements with a team.

The role requires a high school diploma (associates preferred), ability to lift 50 lbs, travel to sites, and strong electrical/mechanical knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or renewable energy certification preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant renewable energy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead solar O&M activities safely using site procedures and LOTO practices.
• Mentor technicians and coordinate with Site Leads and Engineers.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues using SCADA data and measurements.
• Plan preventive and corrective maintenance, prioritize work orders.
• Inspect, test, and commission system performance per specs.

Skills

Safety mindset

SCADA data analysis

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or renewable energy cert

Tools

SCADA equipment

Electrical & testing tools

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Solar Farm Technician II in California to install, operate, maintain, and repair solar systems while upholding safety and environmental standards. You will diagnose issues, monitor SCADA data, and support ongoing operations and improvements with a team.

The role requires a high school diploma (associates preferred), ability to lift 50 lbs, travel to sites, and strong electrical/mechanical knowledge.