Solar Technician

Clearway Energy Group; Jayton (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual cash bonus potential

Reasonable accommodations for disabilities

Job summary

A renewable energy provider located in Texas is seeking a Solar Technician responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing solar PV systems. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and basic electrical knowledge. Senior roles require up to 4 years of PV solar experience. Pay ranges from $54,000 to $107,000 annually based on skills and experience. The position demands adherence to safety standards and a willingness to work overtime when required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience.
• 4+ years of PV solar experience is required.
• Basic understanding of electrical measurements and control circuits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair solar PV systems.
• Perform routine electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Execute preventive maintenance on all PV Solar equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Workplace safety understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year technical degree or equivalent

Job description

Reporting to the Lead Technician, the Solar Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation.

Pay Ranges by Job Level:

What You'll Be Doing

Level I

• Assists higher level Technicians in performing maintenance.
• Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• Participate in required training, including On-the-Job Training, Self-Study, Computer Based Training and Classroom Training.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the level I scope

Level II (Additions)

• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform
• Performs work independently and/or in work crews
• Travel required as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned within the level II scope

Level III (Additions)

• Executes routine electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting
• Performs complex maintenance work such as distributed control systems and inverter troubleshooting as assigned by supervisor based on level of skill and ability
• Complete work orders for the preventive maintenance management system
• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on all PV Solar equipment
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders, while working with Operations Center
• Operates all electrical and mechanical PV Solar power plant systems
• Participates in training as required, JHA, PJB, LOTO documentation
• Writes Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned by supervisor
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned within the level III scope

What You'll Bring

Level I

• A high school diploma or GED is required or willing to obtain GED within first 6 months of employment.
• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
• Will drive company vehicle; must have a valid state driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends), when needed.
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team.

Level II (Additions)

• 1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience
• 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities
• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge

Level III (Additions)

• 4+ years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience.
• Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (Journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application
• Knowledge of complex analog and digital instrumentation and control systems
• Proper methods for troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting instruments and control systems
• Experience administering safe methods to clear equipment, use of tools and plant safety rules
• Understanding reporting procedures and practices and maintenance procedures and practices
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical prints
• Familiarity with PV Solar plant terminology and nomenclature
• Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and Switchyard
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work
• Able to travel (approximately 5%)
• If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What Would Be Nice

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred

Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations: $54,000 - $107,000 USD

Clearway Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.