Solar & BESS Technician II

AES CE is an established and rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City. The AES Operations team is looking for a seasoned Solar Technician with field experience to play a pivotal role in ensuring that AES CE operates the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best-practice. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, and have the ability to build, train and lead other field personnel. This role will be based in the Lancaster, CA area.

Responsibilities

• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform for equipment including but not limited to:
  • EPC inverters
  • CATL batteries
  • Samsung batteries
  • Fluence Interface (DAS)
  • SUNGROW Inverters
  • High, Medium, Low voltage Switching
  • Perform electrical troubleshooting
  • Insulation testing
  • ATI trackers
  • Electrical theory
  • Navigating through software and vendor portals
• Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• Performs work independently and/or in work crews.

Requirements

• Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects and knowledge of basic IT equipment.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Maturity, professionalism and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with superiors and colleagues.
• High energy, developed interpersonal skills and a strong work eth work ethic.
• Detail-oriented with an ability to synthesize complex analysis, approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers.
• Demonstrated proficiency in research, highly technical equipment and engineering.
• Excellent hands-on abilities with strong technical skills.
• Ability to operate personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company.
• Maintains a current level of professional knowledge.
• Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals.
• Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip.
• Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.
• Is a strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and appropriate.

Qualifications

• Possess 2 year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience as a PV O&M solar technician.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience in a power plant and one (1) or more years’ experience in PV Solar O&M or construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application.
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities.

Working Conditions

• Working outside.
• Normal plant and/or office environment, including working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures and high/low humidity areas.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
• Requires use of wear personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.).
• May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Work overtime and non-standard working hours (shift work, on call work, and emergency outages) as required.
• Travel to sites outside typical area.

Pay

The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $35.00 and $42.08 per hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes an annual bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)