Senior Solar Farm Technician

Overview

RWE Clean Energy, LLC — The Senior Solar Farm Technician is responsible for the on-site safety and generation of renewable energy at all plants in their geographical region portfolio. The Senior Solar Farm Technician will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and monitoring solar assets and energy infrastructure projects through close collaboration with RWE Clean Energy Operators, Engineers, Asset Managers, Project Managers as well as on-site Subcontractors.

The Senior Solar Farm Technician will perform, supervise, and/or coordinate the safe execution of daily operation, planned and corrective maintenance, and event response for RWE Clean Energy’s assets according to applicable contracts, agreements, or procedures. They will operate one or more plants (home base) and may be assigned to operate and supervise maintenance and event responses at other plants in the region.

They may also coordinate, supervise, and monitor third-party contractors on-site. All operations and maintenance activities in the region should be performed in accordance with industry best practices, safety practices, procedures and guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations.

Location:
Frenchtown, NJ, US, 08825;
Pilesgrove, NJ, US, 08098;
Nesquehoning, PA, US, 18240. Start: as soon as possible — full time, permanent.

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• Plant Operations – Oversee production of renewable energy at all plants in a particular region, ensuring that plants operate within design parameters in a reliable, safe, and efficient manner. Monitor production to ensure plants are meeting performance expectations. Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities.
• Plant Maintenance – Supervise and coordinate maintenance, and repair of plant components including BOP (Balance of Plant); troubleshoot and resolve problems that may arise. Perform preventive/predictive maintenance as required by contracts, agreements, or procedures to ensure long-term profitability, plant reliability and risk minimization.
• Technical Support – Perform operational analysis as required to support Asset Management and Project Development. Create, review, and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
• Technical Expertise – Stay abreast of regulations, codes, and standards; develop relationships with suppliers for beneficial synergies.
• General – Manage contractors as required, act as local RWE liaison, develop long-range plans, and work with local civic groups as required.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in engineering or related field from an accredited US school (preferred).
• NABCEP Certification or Electrical License (preferred).
• Unrestricted driver license in good standing.
• 6+ years’ experience in a related renewable energy field.
• 6+ years’ experience in power plant operations environment.
• 6+ years’ experience in troubleshooting and maintenance, or supervising maintenance of medium voltage, high voltage, collection, transmission, and substation systems.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Preference given to candidates with renewable energy experience, preferably solar.
• Must be skilled in at least one of the following: power plant operations, electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance; substation maintenance.
• Must be competent in power plant safety protocols and electrical safety.
• Must be competent in understanding the NEC.
• Knowledge of and experience with hand and power tools; environmental and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and independently or as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned.
• Routine operation of a computer/tablet and other office productivity equipment.
• Frequent oral and written communications; flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Complete all required training satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
• First aid/CPR/AED; OSHA Certification.
• Must be trainable and adaptive to new technologies and methods.
• Must take ownership of responsibilities and seek opportunities for corrective work; strong verbal communication skills.

• Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.).
• Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the workday.
• Office-based role with some travel; ability to sit, walk, or stand for long durations.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

We also provide an apply-by code: 90856.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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