Senior Solar Farm Technician: Operations & Maintenance Lead

RWE; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Senior Solar Farm Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of solar assets across the regional portfolio. You will oversee on-site activities, supervise maintenance, and coordinate with engineers, asset managers, and subcontractors to deliver reliable energy production.

The position requires strong leadership, extensive field experience in renewable energy, and the ability to travel between plants as needed. Evening and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in engineering or related field from an accredited US school preferred
• NABCEP Certification or Electrical License preferred
• Unrestricted driver license in good standing
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in a related renewable energy field
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in power plant operations or maintenance

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of renewable energy at plants within a region.
• Monitor performance and ensure plants operate within design parameters.
• Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities.
• Supervise and coordinate maintenance and repair of plant components.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance per contracts and procedures.
• Create, review, and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
• Stay updated on regulations, codes, and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

Communication

Travel readiness

First aid/CPR/AED

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in engineering or related field

NABCEP Certification or Electrical License

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing equipment

NEC knowledge

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Senior Solar Farm Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of solar assets across the regional portfolio. You will oversee on-site activities, supervise maintenance, and coordinate with engineers, asset managers, and subcontractors to deliver reliable energy production.

The position requires strong leadership, extensive field experience in renewable energy, and the ability to travel between plants as needed. Evening and weekend coverage may be required.