Solar Farm Operations Lead (Senior Technician)

RWE; Kentucky; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is hiring a Senior Solar Farm Technician to lead on-site operations across the regional portfolio. You will oversee solar plant performance, safety, and reliability, coordinating with Operators, Engineers, Asset Managers, and Subcontractors to ensure efficient energy generation.

The role requires deep hands-on experience in power plant operations, maintenance leadership, and adherence to NEC and safety standards. Travel to multiple sites within the region is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site plant operations for region sites to meet performance, safety, and reliability targets.
• Supervise and coordinate maintenance and repair of plant components including Balance of Plant (BOP).
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance as required by contracts and procedures.
• Create and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
• Manage contractors on-site and act as local RWE liaison.

Skills

Power plant operations

Troubleshooting

Team supervision

Electrical safety

NEC knowledge

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related field

High School diploma or equivalent

NABCEP Certification or Electrical License

Tools

Hand & power tools

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC is hiring a Senior Solar Farm Technician to lead on-site operations across the regional portfolio. You will oversee solar plant performance, safety, and reliability, coordinating with Operators, Engineers, Asset Managers, and Subcontractors to ensure efficient energy generation.

The role requires deep hands-on experience in power plant operations, maintenance leadership, and adherence to NEC and safety standards. Travel to multiple sites within the region is expected.