The Solar Maintenance Technician II is responsible for performing corrective and preventative maintenance on solar PV facilities, including electrical and mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and site inspections, to ensure optimal system performance and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on solar PV systems, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV HV OHE systems
Perform corrective maintenance and respond to emergency dispatches for critical systems
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical components such as contactors, breakers, motors, PV modules, PLCs, and transformers
Conduct electrical testing using specialized equipment like IV Curve Tracers and Multimeters
Assist with site investigations, root cause analysis, and serial defect reporting
Provide site access to third-party contractors and support site tasks such as land management and vegetation control
Log all maintenance work in the CMMS platform
Attend training sessions to enhance technical skills and safety knowledge
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
3 years of experience in the electrical trade, electrical maintenance, multicraft maintenance, or the completion of a recognized apprenticeship program
Intermediate skills with computers and electronic equipment required
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat required
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA70E, and OSHA standards
Valid Driver's License Required
OSHA 30 must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment
CPR BLS must be obtained within 4 weeks of employment
Ability to perform localized travel of up to 2 hours each way, with the understanding that the first hour and last hour of daily driving travel are considered normal commute time
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV HV OHE systems
Perform corrective maintenance tasks, both scheduled and unscheduled, at each facility, including the full PV system, UPS, SCADA, substation, and MV HV OHE systems
Respond to directives for emergency dispatches for critical systems as directed
Log all work performed via the Silicon Ranch CMMS platform
Perform electrical testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other testing equipment as needed
Assist management with field investigations to support predictive analytics, root cause analysis, and serial defect reports
Provide site access to third party contractors and as directed
Assist with other site tasks, including land management, module washing, and vegetation management as directed
Must be able to work outside in most weather conditions
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work alone as a self-starter and work within a team driving towards a common goal
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range (not specified)
Work schedule (not specified)
Work environment perks (not specified)
Training sessions provided
Opportunities for internal and external training
Potential for career development in solar maintenance and electrical trades
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