Solar Technician II

Cleanleaf Energy; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Solar Technician II, where you’ll play a vital role in maintaining solar and battery installations. This position offers the opportunity to lead and train others while ensuring the highest quality and safety standards. You will be working in a dynamic environment, performing hands-on maintenance, and interfacing with cutting-edge technology. With a strong commitment to renewable energy and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the clean energy sector. Embrace the chance to grow with a company dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Continuing Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of solar plant construction and onsite equipment interaction.
• Experience with SCADA/DAS systems for monitoring performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on solar and battery installations.
• Lead and train Solar Technician I team members.
• Document all work accurately in Cleanleaf’s CMMS.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Operation

Understanding OSHA Regulations

Troubleshooting SCADA/DAS Systems

Solar Plant Construction Knowledge

IV Curve Tracing

Renewable Energy Passion

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SalesForce

Job description

Cleanleaf is seeking aSolar Technician IIto join our growing team! The Solar Technician II is an experienced field position with opportunities for continued growth. The Solar Technician II may be called on to lead and train less experienced team members and interface with customers on a limited basis.

Notice to CO, MN, and PA applicants: You may redact schooling dates from your resume before attaching the document to your application.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrate integrity, strong initiative, work ethic, as well as a focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis
• Supervise, lead, and train any Solar Technician I or Solar Technician II team member assigned to work with the Solar Technician II
• Perform Preventive Maintenance on solar and battery installations in accordance with Cleanleaf, customer, and OEM standards
• Perform Corrective Maintenance on solar and battery installations in accordance with Cleanleaf, customer, and OEM standards, ensuring that the root cause has been identified and corrected
• Ensure that work being performed in the area meets or exceeds Cleanleaf O&M standards
• Complete assigned tasks safely, correctly, and within the allotted time
• Ensure all PPE, tools, and equipment assigned to the employee are accounted for, maintained in good condition, repaired or replaced as required
• Interface with SCADA/DAS systems to understand onsite issue with the ability to communicate to both management and customers
• Correctly document all work in a Service Visit and Case within Cleanleaf’s CMMS. Correct documentation includes proper grammar and spelling, photography, thermal photography, and completion of checklists
• Perform vegetation management through the use of mowers and handheld, motorized trimmers
• Perform panel washing through the use of water fed brushes
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Area Supervisor

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety is a core value at Cleanleaf, and the Solar Technician II must:

• Read, understand and sign all safety procedures
• Attend weekly safety meetings
• Receive, inspect, and maintain all required PPE
• Complete all required safety training
• Ensure every safety incident known to the employee is reported timely and accurately
• Ensure every safety incident involving the employee is fully investigated, documented and corrective actions are implemented

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a criminal background and motor vehicle record check
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation and SalesForce systems
• Proven experience understanding and implementing OSHA regulations
• Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics
• Knowledge and understanding of solar plant construction and comprehension of how onsite equipment interacts with the overall plant
• Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair SCADA/DAS systems which are used to monitor and report onsite performance
• Knowledge of and ability to perform IV Curve tracing, determine if an issue exists and repair it
• Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair major solar plant components (e.g. central and string inverters, transformers, combiner and re-combiner boxes, switch gears, PV modules, etc.)
• Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair major battery storage components (e.g. central and string inverters, transformers, combiner and re-combiner boxes, switch gears, battery banks, etc.)
• Complete courses and maintain advanced inverter certifications
• Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined
• A passion for renewable energy, addressing the climate crisis, and accelerating the clean energy transformation

WORKING CONDITIONS

A Solar Technician II will be required to work under the following conditions:

• May be required to travel up to 50% of the time
• Required to work more than 90% of the time in the field performing Preventive and Corrective Maintenances
• Work in a fast-changing environment which may require quick decisions with limited processes and procedures

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position has the following physical requirements:

• Ability to drive a vehicle
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to walk distances up to 5 miles in a day
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and the like, maintaining 3 points of contact
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound
• Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow or slippery surfaces
• Required to have visual acuity which includes depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors
• Ability to work in outside environments which may include but are not limited to, extreme heat (temperatures above 100℉) or extreme cold (temperatures below 32℉) for periods of more than one hour
• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & CULTURE

Cleanleaf uses an internally equitable and externally competitive total cash approach to compensation. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, health, life, and disability insurance; a comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; continuing education and professional development assistance; access Cleanleaf's wellness platform; and a vacation accrual policy for paid time off.

The targeted pay scale for this role is $30/hr-$37/hr. Actual compensation will be based on an assessment of factors including the successful candidate's experience, skill, and other job-related factors.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Cleanleaf values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the renewable energy industry.

We seek a diverse candidate pool in this – and every – search. Cleanleaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Cleanleaf complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V.

A NOTE TO THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS

Cleanleaf’s HR team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. Cleanleaf does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the HR team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Cleanleaf. Cleanleaf is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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