Special Projects Solar O&M Technician, Level 2
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Job Description
Special Projects O&M Technician handling advanced inspections and projects execution in renewable energy. Working independently and overseeing subcontracted labor in high-voltage environments.
Responsibilities:
- Take your field experience to the next level, working independently to perform advanced inspections, specialized project execution, and core system diagnostics.
- Operate safely in high-voltage environments without direct supervision, oversee subcontracted labor, and help guide junior technicians on-site.
- Assist in the planning and execution of special projects, ensuring strict adherence to project procedures and guidelines.
- Perform comprehensive visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections, testing, and advanced preventative maintenance of various commercial and industrial PV systems.
- Conduct advanced preventative maintenance tasks, including infrared thermography, insulation resistance testing, and I/V curve tracing.
- Independently diagnose and troubleshoot system and operational issues, operating safely in 600Vac and 1500Vdc environments without direct supervision.
- Support the Director, Special Projects in the tracking and communication of project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and the development of technically accurate client proposals.
- Record and report all faults, deficiencies, and nonconformances observed during site activities.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification in an electrical field highly preferred.
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years of demonstrated experience working with electrical systems, with specific experience in solar O&M, installation, or commissioning.
- Demonstrated understanding of electrical systems, solar energy principles, grid-tied systems, power generation, and solar technologies.
- Skilled with specialized electrical and PV-specific tools and testing equipment (e.g., I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers).
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from PV system as-builts, electrical schematics, and single-line drawings.
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- OSHA 10-Hour certification required (OSHA 30-Hour preferred). NFPA 70e certification preferred. FAA Part 107 Certification (and familiarity operating drones for aerial thermographic purposes) is a plus. NABCEP certification (PV Installer or PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist) is a plus.
Benefits:
- Bonus: Up to an 8% performance bonus paid out annually.
- Equipment: Company truck, company credit card, vehicle maintenance card, tools, and equipment provided.
- Apparel: Company-provided PPE and Fire Resistant clothing kit provided (including bibs, jackets, pants, and shirts).
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, the company pays 80% of health insurance premiums, plus a 401(k) with up to a 7.5% company match.
- Time Off: Paid time off accrued each pay period, 120 hours per year (years 0–2), 160 hours (years 3–9), and 200 hours (10+ years), plus 11 paid holidays.
- Family: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Insurance: Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance at one times your annual salary.
- Growth: Company-paid certifications and training, including OSHA, NFPA 70e/70b, FAA Part 107, and the O&M Tech course series.
- Education: Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 annually for approved educational programs.
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