Senior Solar Technician II — O&M & Field Leader

AES Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The AES Operations team in Michigan is seeking a Solar Technician II to support O&M across utility-scale solar plants, including travel to Nebraska for Platteview project as needed. The role emphasizes safe, reliable performance and teamwork on advanced PV assets.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in PV O&M, strong electrical knowledge, and hands-on experience with SunGrow and Nextracker equipment. On-site work, outdoors, with exposure to varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PV O&M technician experience.
• 5+ years in a power plant; 1+ year PV O&M or construction.
• Fundamental electrical knowledge and control circuits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee O&M for solar PV sites and substations.
• Perform maintenance and switching per safety rules.
• Prepare switching and clearance orders.
• Work independently or in crews.

Skills

PV O&M

Electrical safety

Equipment maintenance

Team leadership

English proficiency

Tools

SunGrow 3150

SunGrow 3600

Nextracker XTR

Job description

The AES Operations team in Michigan is seeking a Solar Technician II to support O&M across utility-scale solar plants, including travel to Nebraska for Platteview project as needed. The role emphasizes safe, reliable performance and teamwork on advanced PV assets.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in PV O&M, strong electrical knowledge, and hands-on experience with SunGrow and Nextracker equipment. On-site work, outdoors, with exposure to varying conditions.