O&M Technician - Blythe, CA-1

Recurrent Energy; Cobalt (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Solar is seeking an O&M Field Technician to perform maintenance checks, troubleshooting, and repairs on solar farm equipment. You will work in the Operations & Maintenance division to keep projects online and meet uptime targets.

The role requires reading blueprints and diagrams, safely handling electrical/mechanical tasks, and collaborating with the maintenance team. Travel to project sites, including Sicily, may be required.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum of hands-on experience in renewable energy (solar, wind or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
• Willing to travel; currently all project locations are within Sicily (Italy).
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
• Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Identify potential problems and suggest corrective actions.
• Coordinate with maintenance team, sub-contractors and other groups to improve performance and costs.
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete and audit warranty claims.
• Provide training on operation and maintenance as needed.
• Assist with project commissioning, testing and on-site planning.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints & diagrams

Communication

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we’ve been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar’s subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees’ growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees’ well-being. Join our team to “Make the Difference” by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

Job Title: O&M Field Technician
Department:Operations & Maintenance
Location:Blythe, CA

Recurrent Energy is currently seeking an O&M Field Technician for our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Division. The O&M Field Technician will be responsible for maintenance checks, troubleshooting and repair of project equipment related to any operational solar farms. The successful candidate will have strong electrical / mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting techniques and organizational skills to drive and achieve project uptime and production targets of projects and must be capable of working independently or within a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
• Understand hourly production output targets and if there is any danger of not meeting them, execute a plan for correction or elevation of the situation.
• Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager.
• Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
• Work with other members of the maintenance team, sub-contractors and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality and maintenance cost improvement.
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety and audit events and warranty claims within the CMMS system.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, tracker etc.
• Provide machine operation, maintenance and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
• Develop standard operating documents for maintenance and operations.
• Assist with project commissioning and testing providing knowledge expertise.
• Coordinate on-site project planning, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing.
• Attend and participate in all assigned trainings in safety, environmental, and other areas as assigned.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and company policies.
• Conduct other duties as required.

Requirements:

• College degree preferred.
• 2 years minimum of hands-on experience in the renewable energy (solar, wind or similar).
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications
• Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis
• Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to work outside normal daytime hours of 8am to 5:00pm (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
• Must be willing to travel; currently all project locations are within Sicily (Italy).
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Deep knowledge on local regulations applicable to the PV Sites under operation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.