Solar Technician

invenergyllc; Many (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy LLC's Hollis Creek Energy Center in Many, Louisiana is seeking a Solar Technician to operate and maintain the 200 MW-AC solar facility. You will perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on site equipment, handle vegetation management, and troubleshoot inverter and tracker issues while following safety protocols.

The role requires a 7:00 AM-3:30 PM schedule, potential overtime and night work, and opportunities to support other regional sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to support other project sites in the region.
• Willing to work nights during maintenance activities.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to climb and work safely from a portable ladder.
• Ability to read and follow directions and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to move up to 45 kg (100 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment.
• Perform vegetation management, including operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues, including inverter faults, tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
• Understand the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of the solar site and associated equipment.
• Conduct daily site maintenance while wearing all required safety equipment to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities, and equipment, and keep a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Willing to travel

Outdoor work readiness

Ability to climb safely

Interpret electrical diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education

Tools

SCADA systems

Testing equipment (thermography, I-V tracing)

NEC knowledge

Job description

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. Headquartered 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.

Solar Technician

Hollis Creek Energy Center
Many, LA 71440

About the Site

The Hollis Creek Energy Center is a 200 MW-AC solar powered generation facility that is located at 1061 Patton Road, Many LA 71440, utilizing SunGrow inverters, NXT Horizon trackers, and Jinko Modules, with attached substation.

Position Overview

As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in operating and maintaining the energy site.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment.
• Perform vegetation management, including operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues, including inverter faults, tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
• Understand the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of the solar site and associated equipment.
• Conduct daily site maintenance while wearing all required safety equipment to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Work a schedule of 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Monday through Friday (40 hours), with scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work as needed. The work schedule may vary during peak maintenance periods.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities, and equipment, and keep a clean, safe work environment.

Required Skills

• 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 support other project sites in the region.
• Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to climb and work safely from a portable step ladder.
• Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• 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 employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience

• Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium-voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring.
• Experience in an industrial environment involving machine repair and maintenance (manufacturing, automotive, food processing, automation, or facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronics technician, field engineer, service technician, or similar role.
• 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 the National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams and schematics.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 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

$29.49 - $49.97 USD Hourly

Bonus: 0% - 10%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. 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.

Equal Opportunity

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 o