Traveling Solar Technician III - Primoris Renewable Energy

PRIMORIS USA; Texas; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the renewable energy sector is looking for a dedicated Traveling Solar Technician III. This role involves frequent travel to solar farms, where you'll diagnose and repair solar service issues, ensuring top-notch customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. With a commitment to safety and quality, this position offers a chance to contribute to impactful solar projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. Join a leading player in the renewable energy industry and help shape a sustainable future.

Benefits

Paid Company Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with matching contribution

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in renewable energy or related field required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnosis, repair, and maintenance at solar farms across the US.
• Provide outstanding customer experience and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Diagnosing solar service issues

Customer service

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting technical issues

Use of hand and power tools

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

2+ years in renewable energy or relevant experience

Tools

Laptop

Skid steers

Mini-excavators

Backhoes

Compressors

Generators

Job description

Job Overview:

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a full-time Traveling Solar Technician III. This position requires overnight travel on a frequent basis depending on company needs. The Traveling Solar Technician must have the ability to work safely at high quality with electrical & mechanical components, issues and concerns.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

1. Perform a full range of diagnosis, repair, maintenance, and oversight of issues that may arise at a solar farm across the US.
2. Ability to diagnose a full range of solar service issues.
3. Provide outstanding customer experience. The Solar Technician will be customer facing and must maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.
4. Ability to travel using own vehicle or in company owned vehicle.
5. Participate in staff meetings and assist with broader company initiatives.
6. Provide daily reports.
7. Effectively use hand and power tools.
8. Effectively use a laptop and a variety of programs/applications.
9. Learn and understand basic low voltage electrical systems.
10. Operate machinery/equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes, compressors, and generators.
11. Troubleshoot technical issues.
12. Clean, maintain, and inventory company owned tools/equipment.
13. Act professionally in remote areas, on active construction sites, or in the office.
14. Think creatively and encourage open-mindedness.
15. Continually drive self-improvement and motivate excellence in coworkers.
16. Work within and ensure strict adherence to all safety and environmental procedures.
17. Maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Minimum 2+ years working in the renewable energy industry or relevant experience from another industry.
2. Great safety track record.
3. Knowledge of all major solar and energy storage products.
4. Training on top tier inverters a plus.
5. Must be highly organized and punctual.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Must have a valid driver's license and pass background check and physical.
8. Must have the ability to work through issues and troubleshoot safely.
9. Accommodate frequent travel.
10. Work as a member of a small team, as well as independently in the field.
11. Must be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to: standing, stooping, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time. Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.
12. Lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks.
13. Lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday.
14. Sustain prolonged exposure to extreme weather and environmental conditions.

Benefits:

1. Paid Company Holidays.
2. Paid Sick Leave.
3. Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution.
4. Target Hourly Compensation – 28.00/HR – 38.00/HR.

Company Overview:

The management team at PRE has a great deal of experience in the solar industry with 1 GW of projects managed, sold and completed in the last 5 years. This includes the completion of over 236 MW in 2018, earning us the #1 spot in Texas in the 2019 Top Solar Contractors list, and #7 in the 2019 Top Solar EPC list from Solar Power World, in addition to other placements. Read more at Solar Power World. As a part of Primoris Service Corporation, PRE has the financial backing and experience to support any solar project across the United States. We are committed to providing the highest value solar services in the market and pride ourselves on delivering quality projects on time and on budget.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms.