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.
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.
- Willingly 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.
- Perform other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
- Ensure work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
Requirements
- 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.
Qualifications
- Trainee: A high school diploma or GED required, or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment. No prior electrical experience required.
- Level I: Demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge gained through direct work experience. Qualifying backgrounds include: electrical work in a construction trade, employment in a power generation or utility environment, or experience as a licensed or apprentice electrician.
- Level II: 1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience. 2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience.
- Level III: 4+ years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience. Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects.
Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Basic electrical knowledge.
- Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color-coded wires.
- Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards.
- Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-tasking team.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work without direct supervision during performance of work.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends).
- Ability to travel as required.
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. Additionally, Clearway provides 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. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.
Schedule
The Solar Technician works a flexible on-call schedule, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
Notice to Applicants
Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. All official communication regarding this position will come only from an email address ending with @clearwayenergy.com. If you receive outreach from any other email address claiming to represent Clearway Energy, please do not respond, as it is fraudulent.
Notice to California Applicants
Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. All official communication regarding this position will come only from an email address ending with @clearwayenergy.com. If you receive outreach from any other email address claiming to represent Clearway Energy, please do not respond, as it is fraudulent.