Solar Field Technician II - Hands-On Power Maintenance

Silicon Ranch Corporation; Nebraska; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Silicon Ranch Corporation seeks a Solar Maintenance Technician II – Field Operations to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PV facilities across on-site GA sites, including PV systems, UPS, SCADA, and MV/HV components. Must troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and coordinate with contractors as needed.

The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, experience in electrical trades, and ability to work in diverse weather.

Qualifications

• Intermediate skills with computers and electronic equipment.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA70E, and OSHA standards.
• Valid Driver’s License Required.
• OSHA 30 (must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment).
• CPR/BLS (must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment).
• State electrical license or NABCEP certification desired.
• Ability to perform localized travel of up to 2 hours each way. Note: The first hour and Last hour of daily driving/travel is not paid. It is considered normal commute time.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV/HV/OHE systems.
• Perform corrective maintenance tasks, both scheduled and unscheduled, at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV/HV/OHE systems.
• Respond to directives for emergency dispatches for critical systems as directed.
• Log all work performed via the Silicon Ranch CMMS platform.
• Perform electrical testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other testing equipment as needed.
• Assist management with field investigations to support predictive analytics, root cause analysis, and serial defect reports.
• Provide site access to third party contractors and as directed.
• Assist with other site tasks, including land management, module washing, and vegetation management as directed.
• Attend internal and external training sessions as directed.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, collaboratively and responsibly with team members and management.
• Must be able to work alone as a self-starter and work within a team driving towards a common goal.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work outside in most weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Multicraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IV Curve Tracers

Power Quality Meters

Insulation Resistance Testers

Multimeters

Job description

Silicon Ranch Corporation seeks a Solar Maintenance Technician II – Field Operations to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PV facilities across on-site GA sites, including PV systems, UPS, SCADA, and MV/HV components. Must troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and coordinate with contractors as needed.

The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, experience in electrical trades, and ability to work in diverse weather.