Solar Field Service Technician - Level 2; Richmond, TX

Position: Solar Field Service Technician - Level 2 (Richmond, TX)
SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description

Summary:

The Solar Field Service Technician (Level
2) will be responsible for performing field maintenance and troubleshooting on solar facilities, be self-sufficient, and have a greater understanding of PV systems.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Richmond, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Position

Responsibilities and Duties:

Stresses the importance that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working

Able to perform all essential Solar Technician I job responsibilities

Perform solar equipment testing, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision

Perform testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems on solar equipment and systems with minimal or no supervision

Perform basic diagnostic responsibilities utilizing system monitoring applications to identify issues and determine appropriate responses. Example:
Locus, QOS, Vitals, RTDB, or various monitoring platforms

Perform maintenance and diagnostic responsibilities utilizing system monitoring applications

Accurately account for time and material costs expended in the performance of job responsibilities

Operate service equipment safely and maintain required records related to equipment/systems

Provide “on‐call” service at assigned solar facilities

Understand, follow and communicate safety regulations and work procedures

Supervise and provide ongoing training for Solar Technician Level I employees

Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed

Able to create a ticket from start to completion that affectively communicates the work performed. Including tracking time and materials as well as work performed through the Sprocket system.

Use of Sprocket system to effectively complete equipment PM inspections and identify corrective actions if issues are found.

Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Assessing and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with EPC management regarding the implementation of these improvements

Champion diversity and inclusion as an unconscious part of SOLV Energy culture.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus Demonstrated ability to recognize work hazards and mitigate using proper tools and procedures

Demonstrated ability to identify energized and de-energized electrical parts, identify all incoming power sources, and safely de-energize sources before beginning work training or previous work experience

Demonstrated understanding of safe electrical and mechanical practices

Demonstrated knowledge of basic electrical testing and troubleshooting equipment

Demonstrated ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems

Basic computer operation skills ability to operate system monitoring applications

Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.

Valid OSHA 30 certification

Valid NFPA 70e Safety Training certification

Remain current in all safety and technical trainings

Effective verbal and written English language communication skills.

Effective organizational skills

Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations)
Ability to work with other techs to be able to complete tasks with these team members

Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle

Ability to assess safety items and issue Stop Work if concerns are raised

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring…