Solar Technician – Military-Friendly
About the role
The work you did in the military, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating complex systems—translates directly to the responsibilities of a Solar Technician. We welcome candidates from all military backgrounds, regardless of rank or specialty, and encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the safe, proper and efficient operation and maintenance of the assigned solar plant.
- Position is responsible for the operating and monitoring of equipment and records operational data and reports any abnormalities.
- Perform minor maintenance tasks and assists higher level technicians in the operations and maintenance of the power plant.
- Overtime, shift work and travel may be required.
- Work is performed under supervision and direction from the maintenance manager.
- Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
- Inspects and monitors equipment to detect malfunctions, need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
- Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
- Must be able to perform work independently and/or in work crews.
- Performs additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Qualifications
- This is a multi-level posting. Applicants may apply for positions for which they possess at least the minimum education and/or experience.
- Applicants with experience beyond the minimum will be considered for the advanced level.
- Associate Solar Technician: High school diploma or general education degree and one to three years of experience in power plant operation or maintenance or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience, including relevant military experience.
- Solar Technician I: Two plus years of field experience in Instrumentation/Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls (I&C), C&I Electrician, or comparable military occupational specialties involving electrical, mechanical, or power generation systems.
Pay
Salary Range: $28.51 - $40.24 for Associate Solar Technician
Salary Range: $32.84 - $46.35 for Solar Technician I
Schedule
Work is performed under supervision and direction from the maintenance manager. Overtime, shift work and travel may be required.
Benefits
BHE Renewables offers competitive benefits packages that include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Details can be found in the Employee Handbook.
Benefits
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
About Us
BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how TerraLithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA. Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals – preparation, planning and attention to detail – holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.
About The Team
BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.