Land Maintenance Technician

The AES Corporation • Locust Grove, VA

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About The Position

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Requirements

• Possess high school diploma or GED.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Excellent hands on abilities with strong mechanical and technical skills.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office suite, email, expense reporting, and work order management systems.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals.
• Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip.
• Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.
• Is a strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Applicator license credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the safe and reliable operation of the utility solar power plant by ensuring that vegetation does not impact operations of the solar arrays.
• Ensures that applicable environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed for the care and maintenance of the land, roads, fence line, ponds, creek, and other waterways on the property.
• Operates trimmers/edgers, including cleaning-up area and equipment routinely to minimize or prevent growth of vegetation in solar arrays, around equipment, and on fences and gates.
• Pulls and removes weeds and larger vegetation that cannot be managed with trimmers/edgers, as well as cleaning and disposal of debris and waste.
• May also include mowing, raking, sweeping, and minor equipment maintenance.
• Works with/support land maintenance contractors and sheep ranchers.
• May operate and perform maintenance on landscaping equipment including tractors, sitting mowers, push mowers, and other required land maintenance equipment.
• Assists with daily maintenance of all mowing and trimming equipment, and area clean-up and disposal of debris.
• May be required to support maintenance and clean-up of ponds and waterways on site, including working from a boat, if necessary.
• May support washing PV Panels utilizing panel washing equipment.
• Recognizes process improvements and communicates them to the Land Maintenance Supervisor.
• May apply over-the-counter chemicals (e.g. Round-Up, fertilizer, etc.) as directed.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees