Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician

Tiger Solar Company•Charlottesville, VA

About The Position

The O&M Technician will be responsible for repairing and maintaining already installed solar installations. This position is an hourly role that requires working outside in extreme environments, working at heights, and prolonged periods of repetitious duties including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods. All O&M Technicians must be able to perform the essential functions as outlined in this document.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience in the solar industry, 1 year of solar specific troubleshooting and maintenance experience. 3 years of construction experience with 1 year of solar installation, and a strong grasp on electrical troubleshooting techniques will also be considered.
Equipment and Instrument use for commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting electrical and IT related systems including but not limited to:
Digital Multimeter, ammeter, voltmeter,
Megohmmeter
Curve tracer
Infrared imaging tools
Digital thermometer
Concepts, materials, and terminology related to Photovoltaic Electric systems
Federal and local requirements pertaining to Photovoltaic Electric systems
Heavy equipment use depending on the required task
Best practices for roofing, mechanical fastening, electrical bonding and termination, trenching and excavation, and concrete
Criminal/civil background check, and motor vehicle records search will be required in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations
Clear understanding and ability to enthusiastically promote safe workplace practices and procedure
Demonstrated ability to operate in a manner consistent with Tiger Solar’s organizational policies, procedures, and culture
Safely and effectively using and maintaining tools and equipment related to the work
Photo documentation of completed and in-progress jobs
Maintaining effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Preparing clear written or verbal reports for project updates
Contributing to the accomplishment of work group goals, objectives, and activities
Estimating materials, parts, labor and equipment needed to complete assignments
Reading, interpreting, and following manuals, specifications, electrical drawings, and design packs for the installation of electrical equipment
Conduit bending
Wire pulling, testing and termination
Adapting to new and emerging technologies

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance service to previously installed systems
Includes warranty (3 months after an installation receives permission to operate), and billable service
Communicate effectively with the customer and manage their expectations
Troubleshoot non-working solar equipment (modules, optimizers, inverters, etc.) using a variety of techniques and strategies
Contact technical support for solar equipment replacement and troubleshooting if a resolution cannot be achieved otherwise
Replace defective equipment in a timely and professional manner
Check job sites for potential hazards; understand and adhere to all applicable safety rules, regulations, practices, procedures, and determine appropriate PPE and other safety equipment for job tasks
Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, Site Specific Safety Plans, and other applicable laws, codes, regulations, and industry standards
Review company provided weekly toolbox talks and attend quarterly safety meetings
Become knowledgeable of and follow Tiger Solar Installer Manual and the SOP's contained within
Organize work assignments and set priorities
Provide excellent customer service
Maintain vehicle organization and keep good stock of typical job materials on vehicles and in shop as needed
Participate in required trainings, old and new, for specific solar equipment commissioning