Lead Field Service Technician Solar

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

The Lead Technician will lead a team of field service technicians in operating and maintaining utility scale solar facilities. This work includes preventive and corrective maintenance of on-site assets such as solar panels, trackers, power inverters, and substation components.

• Mentors and sets positive example for junior technicians.
• Collaborates with senior line managers for plant maintenance.
• Troubleshoots low voltage DC power systems.
• Troubleshoots low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on AC and DC power systems.
• Identifies faulty or underperforming equipment.
• Utilizes hand tools effectively and appropriately.
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts and consumables.
• Develops and administers site operating plans.
• Develops and implements site safety plans.
• Adheres to proper Lock-out-tag-out (LOTO) practices and procedures.
• Leads daily tailboards and conducts job hazard analysis (JHA).
• Interfaces with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.).
• Interfaces with project subcontractors.
• Represents RES in professional manner.
• Responds to physical location within 1.5 hours for emergency calls identified as a priority by Operations Control Center.
• Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.

• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
• Manages one or more direct reports.
• Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
• Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
• Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.
• Employee Development:
• Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
• Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.
• Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines

• High school Diploma/GED required.
• Associate’s degree in technical field required.
• 5+ years related electrical maintenance experience required.
• 3+ years medium voltage electrical work experience required.
• 2+ years high voltage electrical work experience required.
• 2+ years managing or leading field technicians.
• Valid Driver’s License Required.
• Ability to reside with a maximum commuting distance of 60 miles from the work site to ensure availability for on-site responsibilities.
• Ability to travel 5-15%.
• OSHA 10/30 preferred.
• FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot preferred.
• Infrared Thermography (any level) preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Advanced Knowledge:
• Low voltage DC power systems
• Low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems
  • Drawings
  • Theory
• OSHA regulations
• Hand tools
• Equipment operation (skid-steer, forklift, etc)
• Job hazard analysis (JHA) creation
• Electrical tools (multimeter, IR camera)
• IV curve tracing
• ANSI/NETA MTS
• SCADA…