Junior Solar Technician: Hands-on Plant Operations

AES Corporation; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off including vacation, sick

Parental leave

Job summary

AES CE is seeking a Solar Apprentice to cover assigned O&M activities for utility-scale solar PV sites and substations in Charles City, VA. You will assist with preventive and corrective maintenance on inverters, trackers, PV modules, and associated electrical systems.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on electrical/mechanical work, and learning switching/clearance procedures while traveling to sites and supporting a growing solar portfolio.

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• (Preferred) Technical degree or Solar certification.
• Experience in solar system installation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform/assist with preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance and operations on solar PV sites and substations.
• Assist/learn switching and clearance orders.
• Operate electrical and mechanical power plant systems.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Contribute to documentation such as Plant Orders and Operating Instructions.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Electrical safety

SCADA familiarity

PV systems knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Strong communication

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or Solar certification (preferred)

Job description

AES CE is seeking a Solar Apprentice to cover assigned O&M activities for utility-scale solar PV sites and substations in Charles City, VA. You will assist with preventive and corrective maintenance on inverters, trackers, PV modules, and associated electrical systems.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on electrical/mechanical work, and learning switching/clearance procedures while traveling to sites and supporting a growing solar portfolio.