Lead Solar Technician (Idaho Region)
About The Position
Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., is seeking a Lead Solar Technician to support multiple solar projects in Idaho on a continual and on-demand basis. The role helps establish operations and maintenance support for new site start-ups and provides long-term operations and maintenance for existing sites. Each site is unique, adding complexity to the position. Assigned sites include Jackpot Solar in Rogerson, Idaho; Franklin Solar in Rogerson, Idaho; and Black Mesa Solar in Glenns Ferry, Idaho. This is a full-time, permanent position with room for advancement. The Lead Solar Technician leads and supports technician crews, performs and oversees site operations and maintenance, and may serve as backup to the active manager when requested. The position works as scheduled during the week and is on call as needed or required by the manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and six or more years of related work experience.
- For internal candidates: at least two years of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Solar Technician.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel to support all Deriva fleet projects.
- Qualified to perform medium- and high-voltage switching.
- Ability to operate equipment including forklifts and commercial motor vehicles.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually.
- Ability to walk and climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow.
- Completion of an OEM or third-party technical specialty training program.
- Must be able to meet the position's 265-pound weight restriction, which is identified as an essential function for safe use of weight-rated equipment.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship or takeover of sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in electrical construction and maintenance.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment, including voltage testers, amp clamps, and oscilloscopes, as well as hand and power tools.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment used for facility maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Lead crews of technicians to complete required duties.
- Interact directly with the customer as directed by the manager.
- Train and mentor employees as directed by the manager.
- Oversee and perform operations, planned maintenance, and unplanned maintenance on substation equipment.
- Perform pad-mounted transformer switching in accordance with energy isolation procedures.
- Troubleshoot and communicate warranty issues to the appropriate original equipment manufacturers.
- Oversee daily work activities, including daily, weekly, and monthly reporting.
- Diagnose and resolve equipment faults involving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems.
- Oversee small or large corrective tasks at a solar facility.
- Work as scheduled during the week and be on call as needed or required by the manager.
- Assist in mobilizing crews to complete work.
- Act as backup to the active manager if requested by the manager.
- Support teammates in solving challenging technical problems.
- Complete necessary paperwork, including work orders, timesheets, and tool and personal protective equipment inventory.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Attractive bonus potential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
