Lead Traveling Solar Technician - Primoris Renewable Energy

PRIMORIS USA; Texas; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a Lead Solar Technician to join their dynamic team. This full-time position involves traveling to solar farms across the US, where you'll diagnose and repair various solar service issues. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in solar operations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. With a commitment to safety and quality, this role offers the chance to contribute to impactful projects in the renewable energy sector. If you're passionate about solar energy and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Paid Company Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with Matching Contribution

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with solar farms, knowledge of energy storage products.
• Must be organized, punctual, and possess excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnosis, repair, and maintenance at solar farms across the US.
• Provide outstanding customer experience and maintain company tools.

Skills

Solar Operational Knowledge

Electrical Troubleshooting

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Journeyman Electrician Certification

NABCEP Certification

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Laptops and Software Applications

Heavy Machinery (skid steers, excavators)

Job description

Preference will be given to candidates that have a Mix of Solar and Wind background.

Job Overview:

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a full-time Lead Solar Technician. This position involves overnight travel. The Lead Solar Technician must have the ability to work safely at high quality with electrical & mechanical components, issues and concerns.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Perform a full range of diagnosis, repair, maintenance, and oversight of issues that may arise at a solar farm across the US
• Ability to diagnose a full range of solar service issues
• Provide outstanding customer experience
• Ability to travel using own vehicle or in company owned vehicle
• Participate in staff meetings and assist with broader company initiatives
• Provide daily reports
• Effectively use hand and power tools
• Effectively use a laptop and a variety of programs/applications
• Learn and understand basic low voltage electrical systems
• Operate machinery/equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes, rock drills, jack hammers, compressors, generators, winches
• Troubleshoot technological issues
• Clean, maintain, and inventory company owned tools/equipment
• Contribute during the planning phase of the project by performing regional research and outreach
• Act professionally in remote areas, on active construction sites, or in the office
• Think creatively and encourage open-mindedness
• Continually drive self-improvement and motivate excellence in coworkers
• Work within and ensure strict adherence to all safety and environmental procedures
• Maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Drive long distances in heavy work trucks, often with trailers in tow

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years working with solar operational farms
• Knowledge of all major solar and energy storage products
• Training on top tier inverters a plus
• Journeyman electrician preferred, NABCEP or similar certification preferred
• Must be highly organized and punctual
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass CDL background check and physical
• Must have the ability to work through issues and troubleshoot safely
• Accommodate frequent travel -- 75% of the year / 3 weeks per month
• Work as a member of a small team, as well as independently in the field
• Must be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to: standing, stooping, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time. Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• Lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
• Lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday
• Sustain prolonged exposure to extreme weather and environmental conditions

Benefits:

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution

Target Salary - $40-45/HR

Company Overview:

The management team at PRE has a great deal of experience in the solar industry with 1 GW of projects managed, sold and completed in the last 5 years. This includes the completion of over 236 MW in 2018, earning us the #1 spot in Texas in the 2019 Top Solar Contractors list, and #7 in the 2019 Top Solar EPC list from Solar Power World, in addition to other placements. Read more at Solar Power World. As a part of Primoris Service Corporation, PRE has the financial backing and experience to support any solar project across the United States. We are committed to providing the highest value solar services in the market and pride ourselves on delivering quality projects on time and on budget.