Advanced Solar Technician

About the role

The Tip Top Solar Energy Center is a 110MWAC Solar generation facility located in Jal, NM utilizing SMA Inverters and Next Tracker Variable tracking. This position will remain open for application based on business need.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team, setting and being the example, filling in for the Operations Manager during his/her absence.
• Performing maintenance and providing technical support to achieve safe, cost-effective operation and maintenance of the facility with minimum supervision.
• Aiding in staffing requirements, counseling, coaching, training, and corrective action concerning employees and contractors.
• Assisting with performance evaluations by providing input for other technicians per management instructions.
• Aiding in Profit & Loss (P&L) reporting responsibilities and responsible for spare parts inventory.
• Operating the facility during, off normal, and emergency conditions in accordance with operating procedures and instructions to maintain a safe and efficient operation.
• Managing the facility in areas such as development of operating procedures, environmental reporting, purchasing, inventory, and overseeing contractors.
• Troubleshooting complicated mechanical and electrical problems including variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, and components.
• Performing a variety of administrative duties as well as responsible for EHS and other relevant compliances.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Four (4+) years of experience in renewable energy (Solar or Wind) operations & maintenance OR eight (8+) years of relevant experience.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder.
• Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience

• Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring.
• Experience in an industrial environment dealing with machine repair and maintenance (Manufacturing, Automotive, Food Processing, Automation, Facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronic tech, field engineer or technician, service tech, etc.
• Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems.
• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection.
• Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.

Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Four (4+) years of experience in renewable energy (Solar or Wind) operations & maintenance OR eight (8+) years of relevant experience.
• Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder.
• Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Pay

$29.49 - $49.97 USD Hourly

Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm with scheduled and unscheduled overtime during peak maintenance periods.