Solar Plant Technician Apprentice – Hands-On Field Ops

AES Clean Energy; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

AES Corporation is seeking a Solar Apprentice to support operations and maintenance at utility-scale solar plants located in Spotsylvania, VA and Orange County. The role covers assigned O&M activities and requires hands-on work with PV arrays, inverters, trackers, and related equipment.

The candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, assist with switching orders, and participate in training to advance technical skills in safety, electrical systems, and plant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Technical degree or Solar certification is preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems and basic safety principles expected.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned O&M activities at utility-scale solar plants.
• Performs preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance safely and efficiently.
• Assists with routine maintenance including electrical troubleshooting and calibration.
• Assist/learn switching and clearance orders.
• Operate plant electrical and mechanical systems.
• Participate in ongoing training to support professional development.
• Prepare and maintain plant orders, procedures, and operating documents.
• Comply with Environmental and Safety requirements and document activities.

Skills

Electrical safety

SCADA experience

Maintenance planning

Team collaboration

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or Solar certification (preferred)

Tools

SCADA

CMMS

Job description

AES Corporation is seeking a Solar Apprentice to support operations and maintenance at utility-scale solar plants located in Spotsylvania, VA and Orange County. The role covers assigned O&M activities and requires hands-on work with PV arrays, inverters, trackers, and related equipment.

The candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, assist with switching orders, and participate in training to advance technical skills in safety, electrical systems, and plant operations.