Maintenance Technician Solar Monitoring System in Independence, LA

Maintenance Technician for Solar Monitoring System in Independence, LA - Training Provided (2-4 hours a week)

Contract

For nearly 30 years, UL Solutions' passion for innovation and commitment to providing the highest levels of integrity to our clients and colleagues has made our company an international leader in renewable energy technology applications. We offer an exciting working environment at our corporate headquarters in a rapidly growing industry, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits.

UL Solutions will be installing a solar monitoring system (SMS) near Independence, LA on behalf of one of our clients. The station is (roughly 25x25 footprint) and consists of a few solar panels, 2 7‑foot tripods, and scientific measurement equipment surrounded by a locked chain‑link fence. The station will monitor the solar resource as well as other meteorological and weather‑related parameters.

The station requires weekly maintenance on the same day each week during daylight hours to ensure consistent and accurate data is collected for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 2 years. Your duties will include the following:

• Uphold highest level of communication as the first point of contact for equipment in the field;
• Ensure all equipment is level & clean on a weekly basis;
• Provide troubleshooting (w/support from UL Solutions) and, when requested, repair(s) for low‑medium complexity issues;
• Ensure there is no debris obstructing the system (depending on site/region, grass cutting, snow removal, or clearing brush); and
• Confirm the system is secure and hasn’t been tampered with.

Each maintenance visit should take 60‑90 minutes. UL Solutions requires a weekly Excel logbook uploaded via the internet along with photos and other documentation to support the visit, which should take 45‑90 minutes. The entire process is estimated to require between 2‑4 hours each week, including travel time to and from site.

Occasionally, UL Solutions may request your assistance in replacing or troubleshooting equipment. A Senior Engineer would contact you to walk you through the process, support you while onsite, and review data after the equipment repair.

No solar experience is required. Training will be provided remotely via phone and video, with potential onsite training when possible.

Must be able to take instruction remotely throughout the length of the contract term.

Must use own transportation to and from the remote SMS location (4‑WD preferred).

Willing/able to walk to and from the site, typically no more than ¼ mile in one direction.

Must own or have access to a gas or battery‑operated weed whacker for occasional grass management; additional compensation will be provided.

Required to climb and work comfortably from a 6 or 8‑foot ladder (provided).

Required to maintain equipment utilizing levels, screwdrivers, and other hand tools (provided).

Must have demonstrated computer literacy, including ability to upload attachments with their own version of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) to our SharePoint website with reliable internet.

A smartphone is required to take site photos as well as to communicate with UL Solutions' staff while on site in the event of an emergency, etc.

Required to treat all applicable information as confidential.

$150 per visit plus additional compensation for occasional grass management.

ULSG is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.