Solar Technician

Invenergy; Brazoria (TX); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 69 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Invenergy is seeking a Solar Technician for the Brazoria West and Brazoria County Solar Projects in Damon, TX. You will assist in operating and maintaining solar facilities, substations, and related equipment, ensuring performance and safety.

The position requires routine maintenance, ability to travel up to 30%, and willingness to work nights during maintenance windows. Safety gear and mechanics knowledge are essential for success.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of technical experience (electrical) or technical education.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to work nights during maintenance activities.
• Must work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Able to climb/work safely from a portable ladder.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Able to move/manipulate up to 45 kg (100 lb).
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on site solar, substation, and related equipment.
• Perform vegetation management and operate large equipment per maintenance plan.
• Troubleshoot inverter, tracker, network, ground fault, and substation issues.
• Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of site equipment.
• Conduct daily site maintenance with proper safety gear.
• Work 7:00am–3:30pm Monday–Friday with possible overtime and night work.
• Maintain tooling, facilities and a clean, safe work environment.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Outdoor/field work

Problem solving

Reading directions

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education

Ferramentas

SCADA systems

Thermographic inspection tools

I-V Curve Tracing

Meggers

Ground fault detection equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquarters in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Solar Technician

Brazoria Solar Projects Energy Center

Location: Damon, Texas 77430

About the Site

The Brazoria Solar Projects are two separate 200 MW-AC combined solar powered generation facilities located South of Damon, TX utilizing TMIEC Ninja inverters, NEXTracker single axis trackers, Risen and Talesun Modules. Each project also has its own substation for management of the plant.

Position Overview

As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in operating and maintaining the Brazoria West and Brazoria County Solar Projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment
• Perform vegetation management, up to operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
• Troubleshoot complicated electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic problems including: Inverter faults, Tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
• Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment.
• Conduct site maintenance daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
• The Solar Technician will work a schedule of 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday-Friday (40 hours) and will be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
• Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder
• Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
• Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
• Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics
• Proficiency with MS Office suite

This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Base Pay

$30.58 - $49.97 USD Hourly
Bonus: 0% - 10%

Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.