Solar Plant Technician - Power

Iberdrola • Arlington, OR

1d • $29 - $41 • Hybrid

About The Position

Avangrid Renewables is seeking to fill a Traveling Solar Technician opening based out of Arlington, OR at our Oregon Trail Solar site. This position is primarily responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment at various remote solar powered generation plants in the region. The company will determine the Tech level based on experience and education.

Requirements

• One year college or technical school certificate; or 12 months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools).
• Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
• Ability to walk up to 2-3 miles daily and up to 70-100 miles during a maintenance cycle.
• Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires.
• Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
• Demonstrated teamwork, initiative and positive attitude.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Weight must not exceed 285lbs excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
• Experience in solar and wind plant construction, operation and maintenance; including, specific experience in wind turbine and solar power converters and inverters.
• Experience in high voltage switching.
• Directly related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain solar and battery storage equipment along with associated infrastructure including substation, collection and transmission systems.
• Read schematics and proficiently troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems as well as PLC issues.
• Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements.
• Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
• Adhere to effective internal controls.
• Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet plant reporting requirements.
• Perform various retrofits and design modifications.
• Perform various QA/QC functions, compile and submit supporting documents of items found.
• If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs.
• Increase professional knowledge of equipment, including safety regulations.
• Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice participating in an on-call schedule.
• Ability and willingness to drive Avangrid trucks between our NW sites and support remote solar assets that are currently built, and future construction that comes online. Some travel will require overnight stays.
• Due to the nature of solar, much of the maintenance may require working at night. Ability and willingness to work swing shift and work evening, nights, or early morning is essential.
• Perform duties around low, medium and high voltage.
• Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.

Benefits

• The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location.
• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check.
• A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts, or cash.
• A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle.

What This Job Offers

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