Solar Technicians (Operations and Maintenance Utility Solar)

Summary:

• Location: Charles Town, West Virginia
• Pay rate $32-$39/hr (depending on experience.)
• Company vehicle offered
• Contract-to-hire
• Local candidates preferred (Relocation assistance will be provided for non locals)
• Looking to hire by 12/18
• Utility solar technician reporting to the same site every day
• Level 2 or 3 technicians needed

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, etc.
• Understand hourly production output targets and if there is any danger of not meeting them, execute a plan for correction or elevation of the situation.
• Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager.
• Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
• Work with other members of the maintenance team, sub-contractors and other groups to continuously improve system performance, drive product quality and maintenance cost improvement.
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety. Prepare documents necessary for procurement and utilization of materials and vendor services.
• Provide operation, maintenance and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
• Assist in developing standard operating documents for maintenance, operations and training.
• Assist with project commissioning and testing providing knowledge expertise.
• Attend and participate in all assigned trainings in safety, environmental, and other areas as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2-5+ years of hands-on experience in field work; renewable energy (Solar, wind or similar) environment is an asset.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• College degree preferred.
• NABCEP Certification is a plus.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications
• Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to work outside normal daytime hours of 8am to 5:00pm (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $31.00 - $39.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday