SOLAR OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN - Tranquility Solar Site

JOB SUMMARY

Want an innovative challenge? Solar technology is a rapidly developing industry and here’s an opportunity to be a part of it. We are seeking a strong technical individual to work as Solar Operations Technicians at the Southern Powers Henrietta and Morelos Solar sites in CA. The responsibilities include operating and maintaining utility scale solar photovoltaic electric systems as well as monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing the plant's electrical and mechanical equipment and various other duties. In addition, the successful candidates will maintain plant maintenance records in the computer-based work order system, Maximo®, and participate in the plant system owner program. The candidate will need to have the willingness to serve on any Operations Review Board (ORB) action teams when required. The work required will be, shift work, including nights, on Call for the weekends, some nighttime call outs, some Holidays, if needed.

Pursuant to California law, the reasonable wage expectation for this position is $33.45/hr. - 52.88/hr.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

HS Graduate or Equivalent 2-year College/Technical Degree or equivalent relevant work experience preferred Electrical background is highly preferred Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment are required Solar Utility Scale Inverter maintenance experience preferred (SMA, Bonfiglioli) Strong technical background in electrical and electronic devices and equipment preferred Instrumentation experience is a plus; PV and/or experience with inverters is desired Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with little to no direction as well as possess an ability to follow directions when required. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to apply principle of logical thinking and deal with situations that will be encountered. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required. Must be able to learn how to independently operate a solar plant and communicate effectively with asset management. Ability to perform physically demanding activities (i.e. climbing stairs and ladders, lifting heavy equipment) while working safely in all types of weather.

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