Advanced Solar Technician - Beekman

Invenergy; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy is seeking an Advanced Solar Technician for Hollis Creek Energy Center near Bastrop. You will operate and maintain solar site equipment, troubleshoot complex issues, and support neighboring sites as needed.

The role requires 4+ years in renewables or 8+ years relevant experience, outdoor work, and travel up to 30%. You’ll join a safety-sensitive environment with day-to-day maintenance and occasional night shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years renewable energy O&M experience or 8+ years relevant experience.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to support other project sites in the region.
• Willing to work nights during maintenance.
• Able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Able to climb and work safely from a portable step ladder.
• Follow procedures with minimal oversight.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to move/manipulate up to 100 pounds (45 kg).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on site equipment.
• Conduct vegetation management and operate large equipment.
• Troubleshoot inverter, tracker, network, and substation faults.
• Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of the site.
• Daily site maintenance with safety gear and inspections.
• Work a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM schedule, with overtime and some night work.
• Maintain tooling, facilities, and a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Travel readiness

Night shifts

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Read diagrams

Clear communication

Driver's license

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA systems

Thermography tools

I-V curve tracing

Meggers

Ground fault detectors

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

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

Advanced Solar Technician

Hollis Creek Energy Center

Many, LA 71440

About the Site

The Beekman Energy Center is a 185 MW-AC solar powered generation facility that is located at 4908 White Arkansas Road, Bastrop, LA 71220, utilizing SunGrow inverters, NXT Horizon trackers, and Jinko Modules, with attached substation.

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

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment.
• Perform vegetation management, including 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 the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of the solar site and associated equipment.
• Conduct site maintenance daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Work a schedule of 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Monday-Friday (40 hours), and be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work. The work schedule may vary during peak maintenance periods.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities, and equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4+) years of experience in renewable energy (solar or wind) operations and maintenance, or eight (8+) years of relevant experience.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to support other project sites in the region.
• Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to climb and work safely from a portable step ladder.
• Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• 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, electronics technician, field engineer, service technician, or similar role.
• 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 the National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams and schematics.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 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

$39.87 - $49.97 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.