Solar Technician I or II at Pigsah Ridge

About the role

Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy providing wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services across the U.S., with a total electric capacity of more than 6,000 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy. The company is seeking a Solar Technician I or II to be based at the Pigsah Ridge solar site in Richland, TX. The Solar Technician will provide support to multiple Deriva Solar projects on a continual/on‑demand basis and establish O&M support for new site start‑up as well as long‑term operation and maintenance. Each site is unique, adding to the complexity of the position, which will be focused at the Pigsah Ridge Solar Site.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of Solar Facilities: diagnose and resolve faults on solar as they relate to mechanical or electrical issues
• Perform pad‑mounted transformer switching in accordance with all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
• Perform corrective tasks on solar equipment
• Work as scheduled during the week and on call as required by manager
• Always maintain a high level of safety awareness
• Work in an outdoor environment for an extended period of time
• Operate grounds keeping equipment including but not limited to weed eaters and lawn mowers
• Compliance and Administrative Record Maintenance: complete EH&S documentation and necessary paperwork (work order, timesheet, tool, and PPE inventory and additional paperwork as necessary)
• Additional Support for Sites: willing to travel and assist other Deriva Energy Sustainable Solution solar facilities when needed

Requirements

• Solar Technician – Level I: high school/GED; ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training via Deriva Energy Renewables Academy within 1 year
• Solar Technician – Level II: high school diploma/GED; 2 years of related work experience; completed Level I job performance measures and training via Deriva Energy Renewables Academy
• Valid driver’s license
• Complete initial training in Deriva Renewable Academy (DRA)
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)

Qualifications

• Associate’s or technical degree in Electrical Construction and Maintenance (desired)
• Completion of a solar training program (desired)
• 1+ years of related work experience (desired)
• Additional years of wind turbine or solar experience (desired)
• Experience with multiple solar supplier technologies (desired)
• High voltage and sub‑station maintenance experience (desired)
• Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (desired)
• Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance (desired)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule

Work schedules can vary depending on business need and may include changes in normal shift assignments, overtime, callout, and holiday and weekend work. The position requires fieldwork at a solar facility as well as office work when necessary.