O&M Solar Technician

NES Fircroft; Aiken County (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled O&M Solar Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing solar PV systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations. You'll execute electrical troubleshooting, perform preventive maintenance, and work independently or in teams to uphold safety standards. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact the success of solar energy projects. If you're passionate about renewable energy and have the qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 4 years of PV solar experience required, with I&E, I&C or C&I Electrician experience considered.
• Proven experience with electrical/construction projects and knowledge of electrical fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair solar PV systems and equipment.
• Perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on PV Solar equipment.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Instrumentation Calibration

Preventive Maintenance

Emergency Maintenance

Communication Skills

Safety Standards Compliance

Ability to Work Independently

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-Year Technical Degree or Journeyman Certification

Job description

My client is looking for an O&M Solar Technician in Barstow, CA! This will start as a contract position and convert to direct hire within 6 months.

Job Description:

• Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Solar Technician III is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Executes routine electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting
• Performs complex maintenance work such as distributed control systems and inverter troubleshooting as assigned by supervisor based on level of skill and ability
• Complete work orders for the preventive maintenance management system
• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on all PV Solar equipment
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders, while working with Operations Center
• Operates all electrical and mechanical PV Solar power plant systems
• Participates in training as required, JHA, PJB, LOTO documentation
• Writes Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned by supervisor
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements
• Performs work independently and/or in work crews

What You Will Bring:

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• 4 years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience.
• Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (Journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application
• Knowledge of complex analog and digital instrumentation and control systems
• Proper methods for troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting instruments and control systems
• Experience administering safe methods to clear equipment, use of tools and plant safety rules
• Understanding reporting procedures and practices and maintenance procedures and practices
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical prints
• Familiarity with PV Solar plant terminology and nomenclature
• Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and Switchyard
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
• Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights), when needed
• Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work
• Must have a valid state drivers license and good driving record
• Able to travel (approximately 5%)
• If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

It Would Be Nice If:

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred
• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills
• Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations
• Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team