Field Service Technician I - Solar

Renewable Energy Systems Ltd; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Renewable Energy Systems Ltd is seeking a Field Service Technician I to assist senior technicians in operating and maintaining utility-scale solar facilities. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on solar panels, trackers, and inverters, and troubleshoot AC/DC power systems.

The role requires 1+ years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. You will interface with stakeholders, follow safety plans, and participate in on-call and

Qualifications

• High school/GED required.
• 1+ years related maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Electrical power systems: drawings and basic circuit theory
• OSHA regulations
• Hand tools
• Must reside within 60 miles commuting distance from the work site.
• Willing to work a rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
• Domestic travel 5-15% required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior Field Service Technicians with operating and maintaining utility-scale solar facilities.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on on-site assets such as solar panels, trackers, and inverters.
• Troubleshoot AC and DC power systems.
• Follow site safety plan and safe work practices.
• Interface with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.).
• Interface with project subcontractors.
• Respond to emergency calls within 1.5 hours identified as priority by Operations Control Center.
• Operate RES company vehicles in compliance with laws and policies.
• Attend work regularly and punctually; adhere to policies.
• Presets, supports, and leads by example with safety and a quality attitude.

Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Ethics & Integrity

Communication

On-call readiness

Punctuality

Education

High school/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electrical power systems

OSHA regulations

Hand tools

Job description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

The Field Service Technician I will assist senior Field Service Technicians with operating and maintaining utility scale solar facilities. This work includes preventative and corrective maintenance of on-site assetssuch as solar panels, trackers, and power inverters.

Requirements:

• Takes direction from senior site personnel.
• Assists with troubleshooting of AC and DC power systems.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on AC and DC power systems.
• Uses hand tools effectively.
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Follows site safety plan and safe work practices.
• Interfaces with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.).
• Interfaces with project subcontractors.
• Represents RES in professional manner to project stakeholders.
• Responds to physical location within 1.5 hours for emergency calls identified as a priority by Operations Control Center.
• Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Presets, supports, and leads by example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.

Safety:

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.
• Follows technical, quality and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action.

Qualifications:

• High school/GED General Education required.
• 1+ years or moreRelated maintenanceexperiencepreferred.
• Basic knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Electrical power systems
    • Drawings
    • Basic circuit theory
  • OSHA regulations
  • Hand tools
• Ability to reside with a maximum commuting distance of 60 miles from the work site to ensure availability for on-site responsibilities.
• Ability to work a rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
• Functional Competencies Include: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics & Integrity, Communication and Prioritization.
• Domestictravel5-15% required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Anticipated base salary range: $25.96 - $32.45

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• HealthSavings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15 lbs., Pushing 5-15 lbs., and Stooping required.

Occasionally: Carrying 5-15 lbs., Pinching,Lifting 5-15 lbs.,and Walking required

Frequently:Grippingrequired.

Constantly: Reading, Grasping,Handling,Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting,and Standingrequired.

Rarely exposed to Wet, Noise,and Vibration in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat,andHumidity in the working environment.

Frequently exposed to Hazards in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equalopportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.