Advanced Solar Technician

Invenergy•Many, LA

1d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in operating and maintaining the energy site. The Hollis Creek Energy Center is a 200 MW-AC solar powered generation facility that is located at 1061 Patton Road, Many LA 71440, utilizing SunGrow inverters, NXT Horizon trackers, and Jinko Modules, with attached substation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four (4+) years of experience in renewable energy (solar or wind) operations and maintenance, or eight (8+) years of relevant experience.
Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
Willing to support other project sites in the region.
Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
Ability to climb and work safely from a portable step ladder.
Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Eligible to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium-voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring.
Experience in an industrial environment involving machine repair and maintenance (manufacturing, automotive, food processing, automation, or facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronics technician, field engineer, service technician, or similar role.
Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems.
Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as thermographic electrical inspection, I-V curve tracing, meggers, and ground fault detection.
Strong analytical and diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices.
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams and schematics.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment.
Perform vegetation management, including operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues, including inverter faults, tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
Understand the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of the solar site and associated equipment.
Conduct daily site maintenance while wearing all required safety equipment to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
Work a schedule of 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday through Friday (40 hours), with scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work as needed. The work schedule may vary during peak maintenance periods.
Maintain company tooling, facilities, and equipment, and keep a clean, safe work environment.