Solar Field Service Technician; La Mesa, TX

Overview

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.

The Solar Field Service Technician (Level
1) will be responsible for performing field maintenance and learning to follow safe work practices of the solar industry.

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

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

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

• Work safely under all circumstances, seek guidance regarding unfamiliar work to ensure safety and understanding of tasks to be performed.

• Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.

• Service solar equipment in multiple solar plants under supervision

• Perform basic solar equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks under supervision and utilizing monitoring programs.

• Replace or repair solar parts and/or equipment under supervision.

• Respond on‑call as directed by supervisor to assist in emergency equipment repairs.

• Prepare accurate documentation and required reports of work performed

• 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

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

• Successful completion of applicable solar work safety and technical training program

• Adherence to Company policies and procedures

• Excellent attendance and punctuality

• Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices

• Customer/Client satisfaction

• Improved personal professional growth and education.

• Positive project team attitude

• Staff development and training

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School training a plus

• Demonstrated ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment achieved through formal training or previous work experience.

• Demonstrated basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

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

• Demonstrated basic understanding of a solar installation/plant.

• Demonstrated basic knowledge of testing equipment

• Basic computer operation skills

• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.

• Obtain 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)

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

• Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals

• Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more.

• Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, and possess depth perception.

• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places.

• The noise intensity level may be high.

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