O&M Solar Technician II

Aerotek; Cheyenne (WY); Sur place; USD 47 000 - 61 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Weekly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Aerotek is hiring an O&M Solar Technician II for on-site work at Cheyenne, WY. The role focuses on electrical and mechanical maintenance of utility-scale PV plants, with emphasis on PLC and SCADA monitoring and fault diagnosis to optimize energy generation.

Contract to Hire, field-based position with safety-focused culture and opportunities to advance within a growing clean energy footprint.

Qualifications

• Hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance in industrial settings.
• Experience with PV systems and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and SCADA diagnostics.
• Comfort working in field environments around large utility-scale solar plants.

Responsabilités

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on utility-scale PV plants.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance programs on PV systems.
• Monitor plant performance via PLC and SCADA systems and diagnose issues.
• Troubleshoot, repair, test, and commission PV equipment and components.
• Support on-call repairs and field diagnostics to minimize downtime.
• Document maintenance activities and collaborate with operations teams.
• Uphold safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Connaissances

Electrical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

SCADA monitoring

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical diagnostics

Field troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance experience

Formation

Industrial maintenance experience

Outils

PLCs

SCADA systems

Description du poste

Job Title: O&M Solar Technician II

Job Description

The O&M Solar Technician II maintains and supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) plants. This role focuses on electrical and mechanical maintenance, PLC and SCADA monitoring, and troubleshooting of PV systems and components to optimize generation across large solar sites exceeding 350 MW.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on utility-scale PV plants to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Conduct routine weekly, monthly, and annual preventive maintenance programs on PV systems and components.
• Monitor plant performance through PLC and SCADA systems and identify issues affecting generation output.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and control system faults in PV systems.
• Carry out testing, inspection, and commissioning activities for PV equipment and related components.
• Respond to on-call repairs, perform field diagnostics, and resolve operational issues in a timely manner.
• Support regular operations of large solar sites (350+ MW) to optimize energy generation and minimize downtime.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and test results in accordance with site procedures and standards.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to improve plant performance and reliability.
• Adhere to established safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture during all site activities.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with electrical maintenance in an industrial or utility-scale environment.
• Proficiency in preventive maintenance practices for PV systems and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems.
• Experience with SCADA system observation and basic diagnostics.
• Strong skills in electrical and mechanical diagnostics and fault finding.
• Background in maintenance technician work within industrial settings.
• Capability to perform testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on PV systems and components.
• Understanding of utility-scale PV plant operations and performance optimization.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with large industrial plants or power generation facilities.
• Familiarity with managing maintenance tasks and coordinating with operations teams.
• Comfort working with both electrical and mechanical systems in a field environment.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, diagrams, and maintenance procedures.
• Strong communication skills to report issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that emphasizes a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, where safety is a core value and consistently reinforced in daily work. The organization offers bonus opportunities and clear growth potential, providing a path to advance your skills and career while contributing to the expansion of clean energy.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site at large utility-scale solar plants, working directly in and around PV fields and associated equipment. You will spend most of your time in a field environment, performing hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting on live operational systems. The position involves working with industrial electrical and mechanical equipment, PLCs, and SCADA systems in an outdoor setting, often across extensive solar arrays at sites exceeding 350 MW. Work hours may include scheduled maintenance windows and on-call response for urgent repairs, requiring flexibility to support plant operations and ensure continuous generation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cheyenne, WY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $44.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cheyenne,WY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.