Solar Technician Job Uvalde area,Texas USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with utility-scale solar experience to perform required preventative maintenance activities on solar PV systems. The Field Service Technician (Level
3) will also respond to corrective maintenance cases to troubleshoot, test, and repair PV systems ensuring they are following safe practices while working

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducting on-site routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracing
Maintaining the vehicle, tools, meters and truck stock
Creating service reports and maintaining spare parts inventory
Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards
Create operability and major issue/downtime reports
Respond on-call for emergencies as directed by your supervisor

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

3-4+ years of experience PV maintenance, including PV DC operations, AC medium voltage systems, network communications and monitoring
Experience with operation of SCADA, DAS and UPS systems
Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, IV Curve Tracing, Meggers, Ground Fault Detection
Experience in all aspects of PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight
Valid Driver’s License
OSHA 10 HR Training
NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in workplace
Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends

Physical Requirements /Work Environment:

Work is to be performed in the field and in the office.
Excellent attendance and punctuality
Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; hard hat, arc flash protection, safety glasses, hearing protection)
Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.
Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis

Location:

This is a 100% travel-based role based near Uvalde, Texas. The individual in this role will be deployed to project sites in and around Uvalde based on business and project needs. Frequent and extended travel is required.

15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
401(k) Match
Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave