Solar Technician, Sr - Chillingham Solar/Battery Storage Facility

Engie; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 46,838 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE North America is seeking a Sr. Solar Technician to perform field maintenance at solar facilities, including repairs, troubleshooting, and executing work orders across solar arrays and related equipment.

The role requires climbing, extended outdoor work, and the ability to travel to various sites. AVO substation certification is required within 12 months, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to work on-call shifts in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of experience at solar/wind/BESS sites or similar operations.
• Must obtain AVO substation technician certification within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to work long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Access tasks via SCADA, Maximo, or SAP upon arrival at the site.
• Repair, troubleshoot, and fulfill maintenance work orders for solar panels and related equipment.
• Perform complex maintenance on distributed control systems and inverters.
• Complete preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance per work orders; travel to client sites as required.

Skills

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

SAP

Megger

IV curve tester

Job description

What You Can Expect

As the Sr. Solar Technician, your daily responsibilities begin with accessing tasks via SCADA, Maximo, or various SAP software systems upon arrival at the Chillingham Solar and Battery Storage facility in Rogers, TX. Your duties encompass repairing, troubleshooting, and fulfilling technical repair work orders for solar panels. Based on your skill level and direction from your supervisor, you perform complex maintenance tasks such as troubleshooting distributed control systems and inverters. You will complete work orders within the preventive maintenance management system and carry out corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on all solar power plant system equipment.

In this role your key responsibilities everyday will be:

• Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders in coordination with the Remote Operations Control Center (ROCC), and operate all electrical and mechanical systems within the solar power plant
• Participate in required training and are responsible for writing plant orders, procedures, operating instructions, job safety plans (JSP), lockout/tagout (LOTO) documentation, and other assigned materials
• Work independently or as part of a crew to complete assigned tasks across solar power plant systems
• Utilize SCADA systems and other digital tools for monitoring and diagnostics, along with test equipment such as meggers and IV curve testers
• Travel to various sites as required to support maintenance and operational needs

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in solar generation sites, wind generation sites, BESS sites, thermal power plants, manufacturing or mining operations, or controls & industrial maintenance
• Must have or be willing to obtain certification by AVO as substation technician within 12 months of hire date
• Ability to work long hours, often outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable standing, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods
• Capacity to be on call as deemed necessary by supervisor

Additional Details

• This is a field position requiring regular travel to client site(s)
• This role requires daily attendance at a worksite
• Must be available to travel domestically to other solar plants for emergencies and assist with outages
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record to drive company vehicle on and around the plant
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• The position consists of 20% work indoors and 80% work outdoors; outdoor work may expose the employee to weather conditions
• Could involve some lifting / up to 50 lbs

Compensation

Hourly Range: $34.00 – 42.00 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan and emergency or on-call pay.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North Americaisn’tjustparticipatingin the Zero-CarbonTransition,we’releading it!Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

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We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

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