Operations & Maintenance Technician III (Baltimore)

Job Summary

Headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, Sun Tribe is one of the fastest-growing clean energy companies in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Sun Tribe O&M provides best-in-class technical asset management and operations & maintenance services across a growing portfolio of operating solar and energy storage assets.

Principal Responsibilities

• Fosters positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
• Fosters a sense of trust and reliability on behalf of all asset owners and/or owner representatives by providing timely and accurate communication about all site issues
• BUILDS STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH HOST FACILITY STAFF AND OFF-TAKER REPRESENTATIVES THROUGH PROACTIVE COMMUNICATION AND ADHERENCE TO ALL SITE ACCESS GUIDELINES
• Assists the O&M Manager with scheduling inspections and repairs
• Develops detailed execution plans for assigned work orders, including tools, materials, and site coordination
• Coordinates with site host representatives to facilitate site access
• SUBMITS REQUIRED INFORMATION TO REQUEST WARRANTY REPLACEMENTS VIA MANUFACTURER RMA PROCESS
• Serves as Team Lead for assigned field work, coordinating crews and ensuring successful execution
• Independently performs preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs) and completes detailed reporting
• RESPONDS TO SITE OUTAGES AND PERFORMS ADVANCED TRAUBING AND ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS
• LEADS AND PERFORMS CORRECTIVE REPAIRS, INCLUDING SYSTEM COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR STRATEGY
• DOCUMENTS ALL SERVICE VISITS AND COMMUNICATES FINDINGS IN A TIMELY AND ACCURATE MANNER
• OWNS MONITORING RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ASSIGNED ASSETS, INCLUDING PARTICIPATION IN WEEKEND MONITORING ROTATION
• DIAGNOSES COMPLEX SITE ISSUES INDEPENDENTLY, BOTH REMOTELY AND ONSITE, UTILIZING CLOUD-BASED TICKETING SYSTEMS

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience installing, troubleshooting, or maintaining utility-scale PV solar equipment

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Strong understanding of electrical, structural, and construction plans
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical equipment construction and operation
• Experience with the National Electric Code (NEC)
• Nextracker and/or ATI certification preferred
• NABCEP certification (or equivalent) preferred
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
• Self-motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license
• Demonstration of company core values: Community, Safety, Perpetual Improvement, Nature, Joy, and Respect

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• 80% field work with frequent travel to project sites
• Some evening and weekend work is required
• Some periods of being on-call to address outages, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues affecting operating assets
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Frequent physical activity including walking, climbing, bending, and lifting (up to 40 lbs)
• Exposure to construction site environments and hazards

Salary and Benefits

• This position is classified as Full-Time Hourly, meaning employees are eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Sun Tribe offers:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 15 company holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• $600 annual health & wellness reimbursement

Additional Information

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled
• If you don't check every box, don't let that stop you. We prioritize talent, passion, and drive over what looks good on paper. If you're on the fence, we encourage you to hit the apply button and highlight what draws you to Sun Tribe
• Sun Tribe provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
• Sun Tribe complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Sun Tribe has facilities.
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• Read more about our company values and what it’s like to work at Sun Tribe
• Sun Tribe O&M is a drug-free workplace, pre-employment drug screening is required.