Advanced Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance)
About The Position
At PEARCE , we've got a career for you! Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. We are the premier independent service provider for our nation’s critical infrastructure. With over 2,500 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation, critical power and energy storage assets. Your Impact The Advanced Solar Field Service Technician (Operations and Maintenance) in the PEARCE Renewables Solar Operations and Maintenance Division performs tasks involving physical labor at solar energy sites near Bakersfield, California. The Solar Field Service Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of solar power plants in accordance with established preventative and corrective maintenance standards while always maintaining safety and professionalism. These are local sites-candidates should reside within 50 miles of the Bakersfield, California areas.
Requirements
- 2+ years’ experience in Commercial/Industrial operations and maintenance (O&M) on solar power plants is preferred.
- Preventative maintenance experience on Solar Utility equipment is preferred.
- Candidates should possess strong mechanical and electrical experience with troubleshooting and installation skills.
- Takes initiative to escalate issues at site.
- Ability to train, mentor, and develop laborers into Apprentices.
- High aptitude and a strong work ethic are a must.
- Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.
- Must live within approximately 50 miles of the Bakersfield, California areas.
- Be exposed to ambient temperatures while working outdoors.
- Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds).
- Employment may require working on weekends and holidays, including an "on call" service availability via telephone/text message.
- Travel requirements dependent on support of the company (up to 25% travel).
Nice To Haves
- Specific solar experience with Inverters, Tracker Systems, or Sub-Stations Equipment (TMEIC/SMA/Sungrow/Nextracker/ATI, etc.) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of Solar Utility and Sub-Station equipment.
- Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to, work orders, time logs, inventory control, and emergency information schedules.
- Provide a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment.
- Testing/troubleshooting installed Solar equipment and ensuring proper working order.
- Must have a strong safety background with experience in Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
- Able work in a solo as well as a group environment.
- Operate and maintain a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.
- Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.
Benefits
- comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
- flexible spending accounts, HSA option
- paid vacation and paid holidays
- company-matching 401(k) Retirement
- Life Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- professional development training
- company vehicle
- phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
