Solar Support Technician

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia. It invites applications for the position of Solar Support Technician.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. It is located in Fort Valley, Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

The Solar Support Technician will be responsible for connectivity of existing photovoltaic arrays to power-driven devices and provide load profile recommendations. The candidate should have a background in photovoltaic installation, electrical grid interconnection, and experience in reading and interpreting Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) records.

• Photovoltaic installation & electrical connectivity
• Understanding of utility grid interconnectivity
• Monitor photovoltaic system for performance issues
• Assess SCADA monitoring & data collection
• Diagnose and repair photovoltaic system malfunctions
• Assist with reporting on project activities (virtual)
• Other duties as assigned

• The employee is frequently required to reach/operate with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds (assistance will be provided).
• Must be comfortable working around high-voltage systems.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must frequently stand or sit for extended periods and lift objects on occasions.

• Work will take place at one solar demonstration site location.
• Workdays will take place on weekdays & occasional weekends (if maintenance is required).
• Working outdoors (under shed) in various climates, hot and cold – occasionally.

• Technical training in electrical technology, renewable energy systems and industrial maintenance.
• Understanding of AC/DC power systems and high voltage systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Ability to use testing tools (e.g., multimeters).

• NABCEP certification (e.g., PV Installation Professional).
• State Electrical License.