Solar Electrician

Ameresco; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Solar Electrician to join their Operations & Maintenance Group. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on renewable energy solutions. You will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting solar equipment while ensuring safety protocols are followed. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical maintenance, a Journeyman's Electrical License, and a passion for sustainability. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet and communities through innovative energy solutions.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Investment Plans

Incentive Plans

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial solar electric maintenance.
• Current OR Journeyman's Electrical License required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot solar site equipment.
• Supervise and train apprentice electricians on safety and tool use.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Solar PV Knowledge

Safety Compliance

Troubleshooting

Team Supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SCADA Equipment

Electrical Tools

Job description

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities.

Ameresco’s Operations & Maintenance Group has a new opportunity for a Solar Electrician in the state of Oregon, preferably around the Tualatin, Wilsonville areas.

Pay rate for this role is $45-$52 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Recognizes safety hazards and follows safety guidelines for personal protection, protection of fellow workers and the protection of the public.
• Reads and interprets instruction manuals, blueprints and control system drawings; applies knowledge to daily tasks under the supervision of the Lead Electrician.
• Completes written and electronic records (i.e. work orders, calibration sheets, time cards, material requests) required to document the work in progress and as it is completed.
• Repair, test, troubleshoot, inspect; and install, remove and maintain solar site equipment such as solar panels, inverters, transformers, breakers, switchgear, and SCADA equipment.
• Supervise and train apprentice electricians/coworkers to teach proper, safe use of tools and maintenance procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience of industrial solar electric/electronic maintenance experience in the repair, inspection, testing, installation and/or maintenance of related electrical/electronic equipment.
• Current OR Journeyman's Electrical License.
• Valid Drivers' License in good standing, issued by state of residence.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of electricity, voltage and current relationships for both AC and DC circuits.
• Knowledge of Solar PV a plus.
• Ability to successfully complete position training and testing requirements.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, stand, stoop, lift, carry, reach, climb, hear, see, and work on ladders for extended periods of time with hands and arms at heights to install and troubleshoot equipment.
• OSHA training and certification preferred.
• Travel and flexibility for ‘on call’ support or varied schedule needs.

AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Women/Minorities/Veteran/Disability.