PV Solar Technician

Job Description

WTR Search - Renewables is looking for PV Solar Techniciansto work for a world-class Renewable Energy company. This is a brand new solar farm located near Columbus, Ohio with relocation assistance available if needed. This is a direct-hire, permanent position with lots of room to grow. The role includes a competitive hourly rate plus an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that begins on the date of hire. (Other job locations may be available: Illinois, New York, Texas)

The ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of experience as a PV Solar Technician.

Summary:

The Solar Technician will use their electrical and mechanical knowledge and experience in PV technology to carry out maintenance tasks and follow industry safety regulations. This position will also conduct basic cleaning and maintenance on the premises surrounding the facilities.

Responsibilities:

This is the PV Solar Technician position and as such, is expected to need to be oriented and trained on company policies, procedures, and site-specific equipment O&M details. After completion of initial training, this technician will be expected to work on their own, with some technical assistance or mentoring, as required.

Perform all work on site with a continuous emphasis on safety, quality, the environment, and regulatory compliance by utilizing training, experience, and strict adherence to company policies & procedures

Assist in overseeing contracted personnel in the field to ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and work schedule requirements

Maintain and use appropriate safety gear and protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner

Perform lock-out \ tag-out activities to ensure the safe zone of protection while performing maintenance

Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, operations, maintenance, and repairs on PV solar field, inverters, battery storage, balance of plant, communications, IT, and substation equipment

Perform electrical switching activities in the solar field, balance of plant, and substation, working with voltages up to 345,000 Volts

Assist with writing instructions and procedures for the testing, maintenance, and operation of equipment

Maintain the parts inventory by accurately receiving, stocking, checking out, ordering, and shipping parts

Communicate effectively and promptly with the remote operations center and other entities

Assist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality audits & inspections, and performance testing.

Provide the best training possible to others, as directed

Attend, participate, pass, and document all required training within prescribed due dates

Maintain required training certifications and qualifications to safely perform work-related tasks in a quality matter, including Lock-out \ Tag-out and Qualified Electrical Worker (Substation Level)

Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur

Maintain any assigned vehicles in a clean, safe, road-worthy condition

Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

2+ years of experience as a PV Solar Technician

High school diploma or equivalent, 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification and qualifications preferred

Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods

Flexibility to work overtime, night shifts, and rotating shifts, as required. There will be periods of time that require work at night (estimated at 25-35%).

Experience in operating and maintaining power facility SCADA, control systems, electrical systems, fiber optic communications equipment, power electronics

Demonstrated knowledge of basic AC & DC electrical theory, power electronics, storage batteries, substation equipment and functionality

Demonstrated ability to read schematic, wiring, and one-line drawings

Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high-voltage equipment

Have a valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record

Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport