Job Description
Solar Technician 3(Operations and Maintenance Utility Solar)
Summary:
- Location: Springfield, IL
- Pay rate $39.74/hr (prevailing wage.)
- Direct Hire
- Fantastic Benefits (Health care, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Etc)
- Utility solar technician reporting to the same site every day
- Level 3 and 4 techs needed
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot daily project system issues to meet uptime goals.
- Commission Systems.
- BESS Battery Experience is a PLUS.
- Substation, high voltage, etc is a PLUS
- Diagnose and troubleshoot various project systems issues such as inverters, switchgear, transformers, breakers, communications equipment, etc.
- Follow maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance (PMs, start-up tests, etc.) on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed before elevating the problems to Operations & Maintenance Manager.
- Identify potential problems and suggest changes or corrective actions.
- Provide operation, maintenance and troubleshooting training to operators and others as needed.
- Scheduling, leading a team of level 3 technicians, documentation experience.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2-5+ years of hands-on experience in field work; renewable energy (Solar, wind or similar) environment is an asset.
- HS Diploma or GED required.
- NABCEP Certification is a plus.
- Experience in troubleshooting and repairing various types of electrical machinery and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manuals, and specifications
- Strong work ethic, positive team attitude and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be willing to work outside normal daytime hours of 8am to 5:00pm (plus nights and weekends) responding to emergency service or project equipment issues.
- Good written and verbal communication skills (English)
- Must have a valid drivers license.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $39.74 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Springfield, IL 62701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person