O&M Site Lead Technician - Solar Field

Hanwha Convergence; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Convergence USA seeks an O&M Site Lead Technician to manage all field activities for a solar site, including scheduling, repair, service, and reporting. The role requires deep solar knowledge and the ability to operate with minimal supervision.

Applicants should have 3+ years of solar experience, proficiency with CMMS and SCADA, electrical testing tools, and strong leadership. On-site Texas position with competitive hourly pay is offered.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).
• Strong knowledge of electrical principles and troubleshooting.
• Experience with electrical testing equipment (multimeter, IV Curve Tracer, etc.).
• Experience maintaining tracker systems, inverters, transformers.
• Capable of substation and recloser switching.
• 3+ years solar experience.
• Experience using CMMS programs.
• Ability to navigate SCADA systems.
• Medium and high voltage safety experience.
• Leadership and mentorship experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair inverters, trackers, and other systems on site.
• Coordinate with manufacturers for warranties and repairs.
• Schedule site personnel work schedule, PMs, and repairs.
• Manage on-site inventory and assets including tools and hardware.
• Ensure site safety and security; report infractions.
• Order parts and materials for site operation and personnel.
• Log maintenance activities using HEIS.
• Troubleshoot faulty equipment with manufacturer guidance.
• Report information to supervision and site owner representatives.
• Adhere to site safety requirements (LOTO, PPE).
• Perform site security and inspections of vegetation and roadways.
• Coordinate with contractors and enforce safe practices.
• Lead other technicians to accomplish tasks.
• Perform all solar site activities to meet NERC and ERCOT requirements.

Skills

MS Office

Electrical troubleshooting

SCADA navigation

Electrical testing equipment

Solar field operations

Leadership & mentorship

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

Job description

Hanwha Convergence USA is a leading provider of O&M Servies for Solar and Energy Storage Systems, leveraging our industry-leading IT and engineering capabilities. In addition, we are a trusted smart factory solutions provider, supplying top-notch integrated control and monitoring systems. Our company is committed to bringing tomorrow’s dreams to life and creating a smarter world with our customers by adding value to technology.

Note for external recruiting firms: We are not accepting unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact our employees regarding this position.

Position Summary:

The O&M Site Lead Technician manages all field level activities required to operate and maintain a solar site. This will include scheduling, repairing, servicing, maintaining, reporting, communicating activities and events needed on site. Site lead technicians should be very familiar with the solar industry and able to effectively run a site with minimal support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair inverters, trackers, and other systems on site.
• Coordinate with manufacturers for warranties and repairs.
• Schedule site personnel work schedule, PMs, and repairs.
• Manage and maintain on-site inventory and assets including tools and hardware.
• Ensure site safety and security. Report any infractions to leadership and safety.
• Order parts and materials needed for site operation and personnel.
• Log and record all maintenance activities performed using HEIS.
• Troubleshoot faulty equipment utilizing manufacturer’s support, manuals, and equipment specific training.
• Accurately report and relay information to supervision and site owner representatives.
• Adhere to all site safety requirements including LOTO, PPE, and safe working practices.
• Perform site security and visual inspections of vegetation, facilities, and roadways.
• Coordinate with contractors and ensure they are adhering to good safety practices.
• Lead other technicians to accomplish specific tasks or activities.

Perform all solar site activities not listed above to include meeting NERC and ERCOT requirements.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

Required:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software experience (ie Outlook, Excel)
• High level of electronic principles knowledge to perform advanced troubleshooting.
• Electrical testing equipment knowledge (multimeter, IV Curve Tracer, TTR, insulation resistance etc.)
• Proficient in repairing and maintaining tracker systems, inverters, transformers,
• Capable of performing substation and recloser switching.
• 3+ years solar experience
• Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) programs
• Ability to navigate SCADA system monitoring and applications
• Medium and High Electrical Voltage testing and safety experience
• Leadership and mentorship experience

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Ability to mostly work in an outside environment
• Lifting items greater than 35 pounds
• Walking on uneven ground and navigating rough terrain.
• Ability to handle temperature extremes.
• Able to wear and safely utilize all PPE required to perform tasks.

COMPENSATION:

$35.00 - $40.00 / hr

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