Solar Technician Assoc​/I​/II

Base Pay Range

$28.51/hr – $53.22/hr

Responsible for the safe, proper and efficient operation and maintenance of the assigned solar plant. Position is responsible for the operating and monitoring of equipment and records operational data and reports any abnormalities. Perform minor maintenance tasks and assists higher level technicians in the operations and maintenance of the power plant. Overtime, shift work and travel may be required. Work is performed under supervision and direction from the maintenance manager.

• Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Inspect and monitor equipment to detect malfunctions, need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• Must be able to perform work independently and/or in work crews.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree; with one to three years of experience or related education of power plant operation/maintenance or equivalent education and experience.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical fundamentals of PV systems in power facilities.
• A valid US driver’s license is required.
• A two-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certificate/qualification is preferred.
• Two plus years of field experience with significant experience in one or more of the following:
  Instrumentation/Electrical, Instrument and Control (I&C), and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of PC software application, including spreadsheet, word processing and database.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as periodicals, electric diagrams, regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence accurately. Ability to communicate orally, use acceptable telephone and radio etiquette necessary to communicate needs.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Effective ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects.

Associate

Full-time

Other

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Disability insurance