Solar Plant Technician

invenergyllc; Louisville (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Invenergy LLC is seeking a Solar Technician to operate and maintain Maple Flats Energy Center, a 250 MW-AC solar facility in Louisville IL. You will perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on solar equipment, substations, and vegetation management while ensuring safety protocols and efficient site performance.

The role requires willingness to travel up to 30%, work nights during maintenance windows, and to support additional project sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year technical experience (electrical) or technical education preferred.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time and support other project sites.
• Willing to work nights during maintenance activities and outdoors in weather conditions.
• Must have valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on solar, substation, and related equipment.
• Perform vegetation management and operate large equipment per vegetation plan.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic issues including inverters, trackers, and network systems.
• Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of site components.
• Conduct daily site maintenance wearing safety equipment to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Work 7:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday, with overtime and potential night shifts during peak maintenance.

Skills

High school diploma

Electrical knowledge

Travel up to 30%

Outdoor work

Night work

Valid driver's license

US work authorization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Invenergy LLC is seeking a Solar Technician to operate and maintain Maple Flats Energy Center, a 250 MW-AC solar facility in Louisville IL. You will perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on solar equipment, substations, and vegetation management while ensuring safety protocols and efficient site performance.

The role requires willingness to travel up to 30%, work nights during maintenance windows, and to support additional project sites.