Solar Technician I or II

Deriva Energy•Richland, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services across the U.S., with a total electric capacity of more than 6,000 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy is seeking a Solar Technician I or II to be based in Pigsah Ridge solar site in Richland, TX. The Solar Tech is primarily responsible for providing support to multiple Deriva Solar projects on a continual/on-demand basis and to establish O&M support for new site(s) start-up as well as long term operation and maintenance.  It is important to note that each site is unique adding to the complexity of this position. This position will be focused at our Pigsah Ridge Solar Site in Richland, TX.

Requirements

Solar Technician - Level I
High school/GED
In addition to the High School/GED requirement, the ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year
Solar Technician - Level II
High school diploma/GED
2 years of related work experience
Completed Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy
Valid driver’s license
Complete initial training in Deriva Renewable Academy (DRA)

Nice To Haves

Associates or Technical degree in Electrical Construction and Maintenance
Completion of a Solar training program
1+ years of related work experience
Additional years of wind turbine or solar experience
Experience with multiple solar supplier technology
High voltage and sub-station maintenance experience
Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment
Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance

Responsibilities

Maintenance of Solar Facilities
Diagnose and resolve faults on solar as they relate to mechanical or electrical issues
Perform pad mounted Transformer switching in accordance with all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
Perform corrective tasks on solar equipment
Work as scheduled during the week and on call as required by manager
Always maintain a high level of safety awareness
Work in an outdoor environment for an extended period of time
Operate grounds keeping equipment including but not limited to weed eaters and lawn mowers
Compliance and Administrative Record Maintenance
EH&S documentation
Complete necessary paperwork (work order, timesheet, tool, and PPE inventory and additional paperwork as necessary.)
Additional Support for Sites
Willing to travel and assist other Deriva Energy Sustainable Solution solar facilities when needed