Solar Field Service Technician; Deming, NM

Position: Solar Field Service Technician (Deming, NM)
SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description

Summary:

The Solar Field Service Technician (Level
1) will be responsible for performing field maintenance and learning to follow safe work practices of the solar industry.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Deming, NM. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Position

Responsibilities and Duties:

Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working

Work safely under all circumstances, seek guidance regarding unfamiliar work to ensure safety and understanding of tasks to be performed.

Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.

Service solar equipment in multiple solar plants under supervision

Perform basic solar equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks under supervision and utilizing monitoring programs.

Replace or repair solar parts and/or equipment under supervision.

Respond “on‐call” as directed by supervisor to assist in emergency equipment repairs.

Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed

Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Assessing and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with EPC management regarding the implementation of these improvements

Uphold diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:

Successful completion of applicable solar work safety and technical training program

Adherence to Company policies and procedures

Excellent attendance and punctuality

Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices

Customer/Client satisfaction

Improved personal professional growth and education.

Positive project team attitude

Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus Demonstrated ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment achieved through formal training or previous work experience.

Demonstrated basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Demonstrated ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems.

Demonstrated basic understanding of a solar installation/plant.

Demonstrated basic knowledge of testing equipment

Basic computer operation skills

Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.

Obtain NFPA 70e Safety Training certification

Remain current in all safety and technical trainings.

Effective verbal and written English language communication skills.

Effective organizational skills

Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations)
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle.

Physical Demands and

Environmental Conditions:

Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals

Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more.

Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, and possess depth perception.

Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places.

The noise intensity level may be high.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

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