Solar & Battery Storage Technician II – O&M Specialist

AES Corporation; Adelanto (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation seeks a seasoned Solar Technician for its California PV O&M team. The role focuses on maintenance and operation of utility-scale solar plants, emphasizing safety and technical proficiency in electrical/mechanical systems.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree or journeyman credentials and several years of PV O&M or power-plant experience, with strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teams. This is an on-site role in California.

Qualifications

• Possess 2 year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience as a PV O&M solar technician or Five (5) or more years’ experience in a power plant and one (1) or more years’ experience in PV Solar O&M or construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application.
• Working outside and ability to access plant equipment at heights, in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned O&M activities for utility-scale solar plants in California's Central Valley and Kern County.
• Conduct corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations.
• Ensure safety and environmental requirements are met while performing tasks.
• Read, write, and communicate effectively with team members and superiors.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Field experience

Education

Technical degree or journeyman

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Control systems equipment

Job description

AES Corporation seeks a seasoned Solar Technician for its California PV O&M team. The role focuses on maintenance and operation of utility-scale solar plants, emphasizing safety and technical proficiency in electrical/mechanical systems.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree or journeyman credentials and several years of PV O&M or power-plant experience, with strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teams. This is an on-site role in California.