Solar Support Technician

Fort Valley State University; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Valley State University is inviting applications for the position of Solar Support Technician. The role involves installation and connectivity of photovoltaic systems, monitoring performance, and diagnosing malfunctions. Candidates should possess technical training in electrical technology and be familiar with SCADA records. The position also requires working outdoors in various climates, making it essential to be comfortable around high-voltage systems. Application encourages professionals with NABCEP certification and state electrical licenses.

Qualifications

• Technical training in electrical technology, renewable energy systems and industrial maintenance.
• Understanding of AC/DC power systems and high voltage systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for photovoltaic installation & electrical connectivity.
• Monitor photovoltaic system for performance issues.
• Diagnose and repair photovoltaic system malfunctions.

Skills

Photovoltaic installation

Electrical grid interconnection

SCADA records interpretation

Testing tools usage

Education

Technical training in electrical technology or renewable energy systems

Tools

Multimeters

Job description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Solar Support Technician.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

The Solar Support Technician will be responsible for connectivity of existing photovoltaic arrays to power-driven devices and provide load profile recommendations. The candidate should have a background in photovoltaic installation, electrical grid interconnection and experience in reading & interpreting Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) records.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Photovoltaic installation & electrical connectivity
• Understanding of Utility grid interconnectivity
• Monitor photovoltaic system for performance issues
• Ability to assess SCADA monitoring & data collection
• Diagnose and repair photovoltaic system malfunctions
• Assist with reporting on project activities (virtual)
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The employee is frequently required to reach/operate with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds (assistance will be provided).
• Must be comfortable working around high-voltage systems.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must frequently stand or sit for extended periods and lift objects on occasions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work will take place at one solar demonstration site location.
• Workdays will take place on weekdays & occasional weekend (if maintenance is required)
• Working outdoors (under shed) in various climates, hot and cold - occasionally

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical training in electrical technology, renewable energy systems and industrial maintenance. Understanding of AC/DC power systems and high voltage systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Ability to use testing tools (e.g. multimeters).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• NABCEP certification (e.g., PV Installation Professional)
• State Electrical License