Technical Services Technician Level 1 (Texas)

SOLV Energy; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 34,467 - 43,077; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation and sick pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking a Technical Service Technician Level 1 to support corrective maintenance on PV projects in Texas. The role involves extensive travel and requires a High School Diploma or GED, advanced computer skills, and knowledge of electrical systems.

Key responsibilities include coordinating repairs, training teams, and ensuring safety regulations are met. Candidates must be organized and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass exams on electrical schematics and troubleshooting.
• Ability to assess safety items and issue Stop Work if concerns arise.
• Demonstrated self-sufficiency and ability to work safely.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate repairs and installations for SOLV and 3rd party projects.
• Train and support various teams in PV installations.
• Implement repairs on solar equipment with minimal training.

Skills

Advanced computer operation skills

Verbal and written English language communication skills

Organizational skills

Understanding of safety regulations

Ability to work in extreme weather

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical troubleshooting tools

Safety training tools

SCADA communications protocol knowledge

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary

The Technical Service Technician level 1 is responsible for supporting PV corrective maintenance and repairs, on SE projects as well as supporting third party repairs and repowers with labor support. This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Texas and will require travel. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description

• This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Direct and take responsibility for safety regulations and work procedures for the team
• Understand, follow, and communicate safety regulations and work procedures
• Coordinates both 3rd party and SOLV O&M repairs
• Creates value added services to existing contractual work
• Field installation of electrical components
• Train and support various regions in PV installations
• Ability to travel at least 50% of the year
• Support SOLV sites with various O&M needs
• Implement repairs to unfamiliar solar equipment, systems, and plants with a minimum amount of training and familiarization safely
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent
• Demonstrate advanced computer operation skills
• Advanced working knowledge of protection devices, control devices, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters and transformers
• Ability to pass an exam on international and domestic electrical schematics and symbols
• Ability to pass an exam on electrical troubleshooting
• Valid NFPA 70e Safety Training certification
• Remain current in all safety and technical trainings
• Demonstrated ability to be self-sufficient and safe under any conditions
• Effective verbal and written English language communication skills
• Effective organizational skills
• To work well with PM, management, OCC, HV, and Compliance teams
• Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
• Ability to work on an "on call" basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations)
• Ability to work with other techs to be able to complete tasks with these team members
• Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle
• Ability to assess safety items and issue Stop Work if concerns are raised
• Ability to create and adhere to site specific schedules
• To know complete site scope and contract
• Ability to prioritize levels of response to issues and determine most effective use of resources available
• To interact with various Asset managers and owner's reps, such as creating and running conference calls, onsite meetings, as well as keeping them effectively connected with the operation of their facilities and repairs
• Take ownership of the facilities and repairs they oversee, being able to field owner questions and concerns providing assurance of services rendered
• Ability to provide detailed costs and services needed to the PM teams for pricing so they can make accurate estimates
• Ability to find and work with various vendors, as well as understanding the scopes requested
• Ability to know the safety aspects of having other contractors onsite, and the safety requirements
• To know the proper way to handle a security or safety issues, or who to reach out to if these events occur
• Ability to train other techs and know their strengths and weaknesses on onsite items as well as other job activities
• Work to maintain leadership qualities to inspire the techs and SOLV environment
• Strong verbal and written communications
• Inverter repairs and major component replacement
• Cable terminations both Low voltage and Medium voltage
• Fiber optic troubleshooting and repairs
• Large crew management and detailed construction scheduling experience
• Knowledge of Basic SCADA communications protocol

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals
• Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 or more lbs.
• Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, and possess depth perception
• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places
• The noise intensity level may be high

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range

$25.02 - $31.27 per hour

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Job Number: J13349