Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician I

-; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Onward Energy seeks a Solar O&M Tech I to manage maintenance and operations for utility-scale solar projects in Florida. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant experience in power generation, and strong technical skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings benefits

Market competitive compensation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; electrical certifications a plus.
• One year of experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operations for utility scale PV power plant.
• Monitor PV plant operation through SCADA and test solar PV systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Electrical safety

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office Suite

Technical knowledge of PV systems

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical certifications

College or technical degree

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Solar O&M Tech I

Reports To: Solar O&M Supervisor

Direct Reports: No Functional Unit: Asset Management & Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Florida Project Site FL1 & FL2

THE COMPANY

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 7 GW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North America's premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our employees, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Corporate Offices in Denver, New York, and Charlotte, we are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information.

THE CHALLENGE

This position reports to the Solar O&M Supervisor. The Solar O&M Tech I will be Responsible for assigned aspects of the maintenance and operation of utility scale PV power plant. Duties include supervised monitoring PV Plant operation through SCADA, commissioning, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC solar PV systems, including inverters, PV modules, transformers, switchgears, trackers, and metering systems.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices.
• Ensure a safe work environment by strict adherence to company protocols.
• Attend, participate in and pass all assigned training in safety, environmental and other areas as assigned.
• Responsible for personal safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Comply with Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
• Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards.
• Ability to follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Knowledge of local and national electrical codes.
• Basic understanding of Electrical schematics, and electrical principles.
• With oversight, able to retrieve relay files and submit to engineering for review.
• Utilize CMMS systems for maintenance tracking.
• Under supervision performs testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other equipment, as needed
• With supervision, be responsible for various preventative and corrective maintenance work including measuring, reading, testing, and performing maintenance procedures on all site components.
• Keep track of quality, quantity, and stock levels of all materials on the sites
• Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) are required.
• Ensure all documentation and required reports are reviewed, complete, submitted and filed.
• Maintain the Plant's vegetation requirements; by use of mechanical and or chemical in accordance with site regulations.
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
• Maintain work area and site housecleaning to company standards
• Must be available for night, overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.
• May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

High School Diploma or GED required. College or technical degree preferred. Electrical certifications, state, journeyman, etc. a plus.

• One (1) year of work experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation, transmission, and/or distribution.

• Demonstrated understanding of power plant, EH&S compliance, operations, and maintenance.
• Must have a safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
• Excellent writing and verbal skills.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Some level of technical knowledge of PV Inverters and tracking systems.
• Ability to anticipate and accept changes in the organization and adapt to meet new requirements.
• Effective time management and organizational skill; keen multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history.

THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Hazardous conditions include working in confined spaces, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, exposure to energized electrical equipment, and working in extreme hot and cold conditions.
• The work may require providing first aid/CPR. This requires maintenance of First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• The work will require irregular work hours depending upon the required response of site operations to address the unpredictable needs of the solar plant.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel/composite toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures

THE TEAM

The Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace our values of accountability, adaptability, collaboration, and excellence. At Onward Energy, we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Performing this job without full/focused attention may cause serious injury or even fatality. The position functions in a smoke and vaping free professional office environment. The role routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptop computer, phone, and scanner/photocopier.

THE TOTAL REWARDS

Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.

If you require accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to [e-mail].

EEO STATEMENT:

Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.