Solar PV Operation and Maintenance Technician III – Field Operations (Georgia sites)

This position is responsible for the performance and leading of corrective and preventative maintenance tasks within a defined set of facilities. These tasks include the inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and remedy of issues impacting the production of the solar PV facility. This includes repair and/or replacement of electrical and mechanical components and subcomponents such as contactors, breakers, motors, bearings, PV modules, PLCs, transformers, etc, as well as the troubleshooting of complex electrical systems. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong mechanical inclination and verifiable experience performing in a utility scale operations and maintenance role. Experience performing and leading maintenance tasks on DC, AC, and MV systems, communications equipment, and mechanical systems will translate well to this position.

Responsibilities

Perform and lead scheduled preventive maintenance tasks at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV/HV/OHE systems; Perform and lead corrective maintenance tasks, both scheduled and unscheduled, at each facility; Respond to directives for emergency dispatches for critical systems as directed; Log all work performed via the Silicon Ranch CMMS platform; Perform electrical testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other testing equipment as needed; Assist management with field investigations to support predictive analytics, root cause analysis, and serial defect reports; Assist in creating and reviewing preventative and corrective maintenance SOPs, schedules, and checklists; Provide site access to third party contractors and as directed; Attend internal and external training sessions as directed; Perform other tasks as directed; Provide daily leadership, mentoring, and training to direct reports in the defined area of operations; Schedule preventative and corrective maintenance work in the defined area of operations; Participate in regular update meetings with management, providing information and recommended actions for facilities inside the defined area of operations

Requirements

4+ years of experience in the electrical trade, electrical maintenance, multicraft maintenance, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program; 1+ years of experience in utility scale solar PV operations and maintenance; PV Solar Operations and Maintenance experience required; Experience performing and leading maintenance tasks on DC, AC, and MV systems, communications equipment, and mechanical systems; Advanced skills with computers and electronic equipment; Intermediate Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA70E, and OSHA standards; Valid Driver's License; OSHA 30 (must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment); CPR/BLS (must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment); High School Diploma or GED; Must be able to communicate effectively, collaboratively, and responsibly with team members and management; Must be able to work alone as a self-starter and within a team; Must be able to stand for long periods of time; Must be able to work outside in most weather conditions; Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Nice to have

State electrical license or NABCEP certification; Experience with MV/HV systems, IT systems, inverters, T&D systems, substations, or other specialized electrical systems