Field Service Technician II

Cypress Creek Renewables•Durham, NC

35d•$34 - $36•Remote

About The Position

Cypress Creek is seeking an enthusiastic individual to play an important role in this fast-moving, nimble solar IPP. Currently, we have one opening in Durham, NC area for full-time traveling technicians. Cypress Creek Energy is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us. Cypress Creek Solutions provides innovative operation & maintenance solutions for a variety of asset owners and a diverse portfolio of utility-scale and distributed generation solar and storage projects. A wholly owned subsidiary of Cypress Creek Energy, Cypress Creek Solutions conducts O&M for over 4GW of solar and storage assets across more than 500 sites with a presence in 24 states for third-party asset owners and the Cypress Creek Energy fleet. CCE is seeking a highly motivated candidate with utility-scale solar experience to perform required preventative maintenance activities on solar PV systems. The Field Service Technician (Level 3) will also respond to corrective maintenance cases to troubleshoot, test, and repair PV systems ensuring they are following safe practices while working.

Requirements

3–4+ years of experience in PV maintenance, including DC operations, AC medium voltage systems, network communications, and monitoring
Experience operating SCADA, DAS, and UPS systems
Proficiency with testing equipment and diagnostic tools including thermographic electrical inspection, IV curve tracing, Meggering, and ground fault detection
Skilled in all aspects of PV maintenance across DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications
Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and resolve issues identified through field inspection and remote monitoring systems
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and standard design and construction practices
Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line and three-line diagrams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to take direction and execute tasks with minimal oversight
Valid Driver's License
OSHA 10 certification
NFPA 70E — Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Willingness and ability to travel up to 80%

Nice To Haves

NABCEP Certified Installation Professional
Experience working with tracking systems across multiple manufacturers
DC array knowledge from module to inverter level, including ground fault detection, Voc and current checks, insulation resistance testing, and combiner box and inverter communications troubleshooting
Prior experience in EPC or construction environments, including cable pulling and electrical installation work
Commitment to embracing and living the mission and values of Cypress Creek Energy

Responsibilities

Conducting on-site routine maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracing
Maintaining the vehicle, tools, meters and truck stock
Creating service reports and maintaining spare parts inventory
Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards
Create operability and major issue/downtime reports
Respond on-call for emergencies as directed by your supervisor