Solar Operations Technician (SPC Desert Stateline)

Southern Company • Nipton, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Solar technology is a rapidly developing industry and here’s an opportunity to be a part of it. We are seeking strong, technical individuals for a Solar Operations Technician at our Desert Stateline Solar Facility in Nipton, CA. The facility sits on 1,685 acres in San Bernardino County, California, and has a capacity of 300 MW. The project features around 3.2 million thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solar modules installed on fixed-tilt ground-mounted tables. The responsibilities include operating and maintaining utility scale solar photovoltaic electric systems as well as monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing the plant's electrical and mechanical equipment and various other duties. In addition, the successful candidates will maintain plant maintenance records in the computer-based work order system, Maximo®, and participate in the plant system owner program. The candidate will need to have the willingness to serve on any Operations Review Board (ORB) action teams when required. Shift work required, including nights. These positions will be filled at a level commensurate with experience. Total compensation includes base salary, potential for overtime, and potential for an annual bonus.

Requirements

• HS Graduate or Equivalent
• 2-year College/Technical Degree or equivalent relevant work experience required
• Electrical background is highly preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment
• Solar Utility Scale Inverter maintenance experience preferred (i.e. Advanced Energy, TMEIC, SMA, Power Electronics)
• Strong technical background in electrical and electronic devices and equipment
• Instrumentation experience is a plus
• Photovoltaic and experience with inverters or variable speed drives is desired
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with little to no direction as well as possess an ability to follow directions when required
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to apply principle of logical thinking and deal with situations that will be encountered
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to learn how to independently operate a solar plant and communicate effectively with plant stakeholders
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities (i.e. climbing stairs and ladders, lifting heavy equipment) while working safely in all types of weather
• Must be able to pass pre-employment skills testing: TECH - Technician Occupations

Nice To Haves

• Instrumentation experience is a plus
• Photovoltaic and experience with inverters or variable speed drives is desired

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining utility scale solar photovoltaic electric systems
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing the plant's electrical and mechanical equipment
• Maintaining plant maintenance records in the computer-based work order system, Maximo®
• Participating in the plant system owner program
• Serving on any Operations Review Board (ORB) action teams when required

Benefits

• Medical, dental and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay
• A matching 401 (k) plan
• A fully funded pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• An inclusive, team-oriented work environment
• No-cost health and wellness programs
• Continuous training and development, including cross-training, job rotations and online training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree