Solar Technician II

About the role

AES is looking for a Solar Technician II to cover assigned O&M activities associated with the solar PV sites and substations associated with the utility-scale Solar Energy Plants located in Michigan. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, and have the ability to build, train and lead other field personnel.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assigned O&M activities associated with the solar PV sites and substations associated with utility-scale Solar Energy Plants.

• 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: SMA Inverters, Nextracker XTR, High, Medium, Low voltage Switching
• Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• Performs work independently and/or in work crews.

Requirements

• 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.
• Shown 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.

Skills

• 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 multi-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Integrity, professionalism and excellent social skills, both verbally and in writing with leaders and colleagues.
• High energy developed interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Meticulous with an ability to synthesize complex analysis, approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers.
• 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

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 as required.