Solar Farm Technician I

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area:

Operations & Maintenance

Remuneration:
Non-Exempt

The Solar Farm Technician I is responsible for safely installing, operating, maintaining, and repairing solar (PV) systems and Inverters to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. The role supports continuous power generation by independently diagnosing and resolving technical issues, collaborating with team members, and contributing technical expertise to ongoing operations and improvement initiatives.

• Leads and performs solar operations and maintenance activities safely by applying site procedures, job hazard analyses, and lockout/tagout practices to protect personnel and equipment; requires independent risk assessment and sound judgment
• Demonstrates and enforces proactive safety leadership by identifying, mitigating, and reporting hazards and near misses while coaching team members on safe work practices; requires observation, communication, and leadership skills
• Ensures compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements by interpreting regulations, verifying field adherence, and correcting non-compliant conditions to minimize operational and regulatory risk
• Independently maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs solar PV systems, including modules, inverters, combiner boxes, trackers, and electrical infrastructure, to ensure system reliability and availability; requires advanced electrical and mechanical expertise
• Diagnoses and resolves complex technical issues by analyzing SCADA data, alarms, electrical measurements, and performance trends to identify root causes and implement corrective actions; requires analytical thinking and data interpretation
• Serves as a technical escalation point by coordinating with engineers, OEMs, and vendors to resolve high-risk or system-level issues while minimizing downtime; requires technical judgment and effective communication
• Plans and executes preventive and corrective maintenance activities by prioritizing work orders, estimating labor and materials, and sequencing tasks to optimize efficiency and system performance; requires planning and problem-solving skills
• Leads inspections, testing, and commissioning activities by verifying system performance, workmanship, and compliance with design specifications and industry standards; requires precision and technical accuracy
• Maintains accurate technical documentation and records by completing and reviewing CMMS entries, maintenance reports, and inspection findings to support compliance, audits, and asset management; requires attention to detail
• Mentors and guides junior team members by providing hands‑on instruction, technical oversight, and safety coaching to improve team capability and work quality; requires leadership and training skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s degree in Engineering or related field gtom and accredited US school or equivalent; certification in renewable energy technology or electrical systems preferred
• NABCEP Certfication or Electrical License preferred
• Unrestricted driver license in good standing
• Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience, preferably in the renewable energy industry
• Involvement in advanced certifications preferred
• Advanced expertise in renewable energy systems and technical solutions, including emerging technologies
• Applies knowledge in diverse scenarios, such as complex installations and troubleshooting, while conducting advanced risk analysis for renewable energy projects
• Develops and implements tailored safety protocols for project conditions, ensuring compliance with industry-wide safety standards
• Proficient in reading and interpreting advanced electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics to design solutions and optimize renewable energy systems
• Leads hazard recognition and mitigation planning, ensuring effective energy isolation during high‑complexity operations related to renewable energy projects with minimal oversight
• Designs and implements solutions for high‑impact challenges,…