Solar Technician

Solar Technician (Operations and Maintenance Utility Solar)

Summary:

• Location: Monmouth, IL (Mason City/ Washburn, IL)
• Pay rate $28-38/hr (depending on Solar experience)
• Fantastic Benefits (Health care, 401k, Etc)
• Utility solar technician reporting to the same site every day

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 1-3 years of hands-on experience in field work; renewable energy (Solar, wind or similar) environment is an asset.
• Strong electrical background.
• 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 driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Monmouth, IL 61462: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $38