Lead Solar Technician (Idaho Region)

Deriva Energy Holdco I LLC; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Attractive Bonus Potential

Job summary

Deriva Energy is seeking a Lead Solar Technician to support multiple Idaho solar sites and establish O&M for new startups and long-term operation. You will lead crews, manage maintenance, and troubleshoot complex equipment to ensure reliable solar facility performance.

The role requires travel to project sites, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to perform medium/high voltage switching while adhering to safety procedures. Join a company with a strong renewable energy portfolio.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with 6+ years of related work experience.
• Associate’s degree in electrical construction and maintenance preferred.
• Internal candidates: 2+ years as a Solar Technician at Deriva Energy.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews of technicians to complete required duties.
• Interact with customers as directed by management.
• Train and mentor employees.
• Oversee operations, planned and unplanned maintenance on sub-station equipment.
• Perform transformer switching following energy isolation procedures.
• Troubleshoot warranty issues with OEMs.
• Oversee daily reporting and activities.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Support site mobilization and on-call coverage as needed.
• Complete work orders, timesheets, and inventory records.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Effective communication

Training / mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in electrical construction and maintenance

Tools

Voltage testers

Ammeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy and provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S. with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy, is seeking a Lead Technician. Our Solar Technicians are a vital part of our organization, and we take pride in hiring and training the best in the industry.

This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement.

The Lead Solar Technician is primarily responsible for providing support to multiple Deriva Solar Idaho projects on a continual/on-demand basis and to establish O&M support for new site(s) start-up as well as long term operation and maintenance. It is important to note that each site is unique adding to the complexity of this position. The sites this role will be responsible for: Jackpot Solar - Rogerson, ID Franklin Solar - Rogerson, ID Black Mesa Solar - Glenns Ferry, ID.

Responsibilities

• Leads crews of technicians to complete required duties
• Interact directly with the customer as directed by the manager
• Train and mentor employees as directed by the manager
• Oversee and perform operations, planned maintenance, and unplanned maintenance on sub-station equipment
• Perform pad mounted transformer switching in accordance with all energy isolation procedures
• Troubleshoot and communicate warranty issues to the appropriate OEMs
• Oversee daily work activities including daily, weekly, and monthly reporting needs
• Diagnose and resolve faults on equipment as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems
• Oversee small or large corrective tasks on a solar facility
• Work as scheduled during the week and on call as needed or required by manager
• Assist in mobilizing crews to complete work
• Act as the backup to the active manager if requested by the manager
• Support teammates in solving challenging technical problems
• Complete necessary paperwork (work orders, timesheets, tool and PPE inventory, etc.)

Basic Qualifications

• High School/GED requirement AND six (6) years or more of related work experience
• Internal Candidates: minimum two (2) years or more of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Solar Technician

Desired Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electrical construction and maintenance
• Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, and various hand and power tools)
• Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance

Working Conditions

• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to travel to support all Deriva fleet projects
• Qualified to perform medium/high voltage switching
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards
• Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals, or solvents
• Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually
• Walking, climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds
• Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)
• Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program
• This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Attractive Bonus Potential

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Welcome to Deriva Energy Careers! An Industry Leader. Since 2007, we've grown our business to become one of the nation's top renewable energy companies, managing a portfolio of wind, solar and battery storage projects across the U.S. At Deriva Energy, our mission is to advance the transition to a sustainable, clean energy future and create value for our customers, investors and other stakeholders. We are proud to have some of the most talented, dedicated and knowledgeable people in the industry. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences help create a dynamic and exciting workplace that delivers great results every day. We believe fostering a workforce that encompasses and encourages varied backgrounds and perspectives is critical for business success, and we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion across our company. We know that the best ideas come from having people of different backgrounds, perspectives, experience and skills who work together with a shared purpose.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any category protected by law.

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