Solar Technician II

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AES CE is an established and rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT.

Position
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The AES Operations team seeks a Solar Technician II to cover assigned O&M activities for solar PV sites and substations at utility-scale Solar Energy Plants in Michigan. The role supports AES CE operations to exceed industry standards and offers opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can build, train, and lead other field personnel.

Location
: Calhoun County Solar site –
13725 26 Mile Road, Albion, Michigan 49224
. Daily site commuting is required. Some travel to Nebraska (Platte view project, Yutan, NE) may be required.

• Responsible for assigned O&M activities at solar PV sites and substations for utility-scale plants.
• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for equipment such as:
• Sun Grow 3150
• Sun Grow 3600
• Nextracker XTR
• High, Medium, Low voltage switching
• Performs other technical and administrative duties related to operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders.
• Ensures work complies with environmental and safety requirements.
• Performs work independently or in crews.

• Experience with a variety of electrical/construction projects and knowledge of basic IT equipment.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow and improve safety standards.
• Ability to excel in a multi-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Integrity, professionalism and strong communication skills with leaders and colleagues.
• High energy, interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Meticulous with ability to synthesize complex analysis, approach challenges creatively, and summarize information for decision makers.
• Research skills with highly technical equipment and engineering knowledge.
• Excellent hands-on abilities with strong technical skills.
• Proficiency with standard business software on a personal computer.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Proactive problem solving and valuable contributions to the company.
• Maintains current professional knowledge and focuses on personal growth by seeking feedback and acting on it.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships; open and honest communication; teamwork.

• Three (3) or more years’ experience as a PV O&M solar technician.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience in a power plant, with one (1) or more years in PV Solar O&M or construction.
• Knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single-craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory.
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and control devices installed in power facilities.

• Working outside; typical plant and/or office environment with exposure to heights, various temperatures, and humidity.
• Standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to inspect or collect data.
• Use of personal protective equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear protection, etc.).
• Occasional work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Occasionally required to lift objects to perform duties.
• May require overtime and non-standard hours as needed.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. E-Verify notice: AES will provide information from new employees’ I-9 forms to SSA and DHS as required to confirm work authorization.