Solar Technician

About the role

The Solar Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation. This position supports assets in the Newburgh, NY, Shoreham, NY, New London, CT, and Bridgeport, CT areas.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices, and maintain a safe working environment under direct supervision.
• Shadow and assist experienced technicians in the performance of PV systems and electrical component maintenance.
• Maintain hand tools in good working order and well organized.
• Operate and maintain a service vehicle.
• Work a flexible on-call schedule when needed, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
• Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and accept guidance from supervising technicians and site leadership.
• Pass an advancement exam and oral board upon training program completion within six (6) months from hire.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED required, or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude; no prior electrical experience required.
• Able to safely work in a wide range of adverse climates and environments.
• Able to travel as required.
• Knowledge of and the ability to use various hand tools.
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Able to create, edit, or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents.
• Able to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends), when needed.
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills.

Skills

• Demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge gained through direct work experience.
• Knowledge of and the ability to use various hand tools.
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Able to create, edit, or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents.
• Able to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends), when needed.
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Clearway Energy Group offers a comprehensive menu of benefits, including generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. Additional benefits include a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships.

Pay

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. The salary range for this role is $50,000—$107,000 USD.

Schedule

This role requires a flexible on-call schedule, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays.