Renewables Tech I, II, III - Coastal Region

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational rounds and operations activities up to and including developing and implementing complex Lock-Out-Tag-Outs (LOTOs).
• This includes being competent to train to become LOTO desk qualified.
• Perform SCADA, Telecomm, inverter, battery system, and array maintenance tasks.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform all LOTO tasks needed for maintenance activities including research, development, isolation, independent verification, zero energy verification and work leader duties.
• Communicate with Operations Centers (RROC, TCC, ECC) regarding daily plant/ equipment status and maintenance.
• Daily travel could include multiple site visits.
• Perform rotational On-Call duties in support of Peak and Baseload generation needs.
• Record keeping duties concerning Environmental, Health & Safety records, spread sheets and documents.
• Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations, and warranty agreements.
• Perform startup duties necessary to commission new sites which will include but not limited to, punch list, developing procedures and PM’s, system walk downs, assisting startup personnel with commissioning activities, starting/stopping units from multiple branded Control Systems.
• Take the role as integration lead for new sites to ensure RRE standards are met prior to turn over from Duke's construction group. This requires the ability to coordinate, time management, and thorough record keeping.
• New hires must be able to become proficient in the aforementioned required skills to be able to trouble shoot the varying technologies.
• Ability to read and understand technical electrical, civil, and mechanical drawings.
• General knowledge of high voltage equipment and ability to perform high voltage switching.
• Prepare service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment improvement investigations.
• Ensure a safe, event-free work environment by ensuring strict adherence to company protocols.
• Enforce procedures and processes in accordance with site specific O&M Standards and guidelines.
• Develop and review site specific procedures.
• Understand and enforce BES site requirements.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Renewables Tech I: Technical or Associates Degree, or In Lieu of Technical or Associates degree / HS Diploma or GED and 2 years related experience.
• Renewables Tech II: Technical or Associates Degree, or In Lieu of Technical or Associates degree / HS Diploma or GED and 3 years related experience.
• Renewables Tech III: Technical or Associates Degree, or In Lieu of Technical or Associates degree / HS Diploma or GED and 3 years related experience.

Specific Requirements

• Weight Restriction: 275 pounds.
• Live within approximate 30-mile radius of assigned site(s)/area of responsibility.
• Pass background check for NERC CIP.
• Successfully complete EEI's Plant Operator Selection System (POSS)/Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS).
• Successfully complete a Power Plant Physical Abilities Assessment.
• Pass physical.
• Valid driver's license.

Job-specific Knowledge, Skills Or Abilities

• Strong Background in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Troubleshooting and repair, both AC and DC.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Motivated to work independently.
• Strong organization skills.
• Experience using electrical test and measurement equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot from schematics.
• Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair fiber optic networks to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Motivated to work independently.
• Strong organization skills.
• Experience using electrical test and measurement equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot from schematics.
• Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired.
• Able to adapt to other crafts (i.e. mechanical, civil, etc.).
• Relevant experience with PV systems or equivalent PV training.
• Previous experience working with inverters.
• Experience with centralized SCADNEMS control systems and associated network devices.
• Working knowledge of Power Distribution systems.
• Electrical Design experience.
• Maximo CMMS experience.
• Experience with fiber optic networks.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point).
• Solid working knowledge of general safety and environmental practices.
• Ability to work in high temperatures (85+ Degrees Fahrenheit).
• Travel Requirements will be approximately 50% regional travel to sites across North and South Carolina, and no overnight stays are required unless attending out-of-state training or for special assignments.

Work Locations

• Fayetteville Solar - Fayetteville, NC
• Warsaw Solar - Warsaw, NC
• Warsaw BESS - Warsaw, NC
• Camp Lejeune Solar - Jacksonville, NC
• HF Lee 1 and 2 BESS - Goldsboro, NC - Field - CM1

Travel Requirements

Approximately 50% regional travel to sites across North and South Carolina, and no overnight stays are required unless attending out-of-state training or for special assignments.

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No