Solar Technician I

AES • Abilene, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution, operating in 14 countries and committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Recognized as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022 and certified as a Great Place to Work, AES values its people and groundbreaking ideas. The company is ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, providing electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. AES is dedicated to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050, offering innovative solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers to drive rapid, global decarbonization. The Solar Technician I is a technician/professional with 1 or more years of experience with utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant and substation experience. This individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring that AES Clean Energy operates the portfolio to standards that exceed industry best-practice. This role will report to our AES Armadillo Solar site, located in Corsicana, Texas. The candidate must be able to commute daily to the site and preferred to be no further than 45 minutes for the purposes of site response.

Requirements

• 1 or more years of experience with utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant and substation experience.
• Ability to commute daily to the AES Armadillo Solar site, located in Corsicana, Texas, and preferred to be no further than 45 minutes for the purposes of site response.
• Understands and promotes general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
• Experience with electrical systems and familiarity of basic safety principles to included LOTO and Electrical Safety.
• Must have experience in operating personal computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative, multi-functional and geographically diverse organization.
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with leaders and colleagues.
• Promotes the site team; great teammate and willing to assist others when necessary and appropriate.
• High-energy, developed interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Meticulous with an ability to synthesize complex analysis, approach new challenges with creativity and summarize information in a manner that supports key decision makers.
• Excellent hands on abilities with strong technical skills.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and making valuable contributions to the company.
• Maintains a current level of professional knowledge.
• Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals.
• Communicates openly and honestly.
• Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.
• Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and associated substation.
• Possess 4-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications OR Possess 2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman qualifications.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience as a PV O&M solar technician OR Five (5) or more years’ experience in a power plant and one (1) or more years’ experience in PV Solar O&M or construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory application.
• Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power generation facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SCADA and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems is highly recommended.
• Experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects and knowledge of basic IT equipment.
• Knowledgeable in Substation equipment, systems, and operations.
• Proficiency in research, highly technical equipment and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned O&M activities associated with the solar PV sites and substation associated with the utility-scale Solar Center located outside of Corsicana, Texas.
• Performs/assists with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform for equipment including but not limited to installed Inverters (SMA), Trackers (Nextracker), Combiner Boxes, PV Modules, DC Collection equipment and systems, AC Collection and Distribution equipment and systems, and associated Substation equipment and systems.
• Performs/assists with routine maintenance work (electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration, basic Inverter troubleshooting), up to their capabilities, as assigned by supervisor and work orders from the maintenance management system.
• Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders.
• Operates electrical and mechanical power plant systems.
• Participates in training as required.
• Performs/assists with technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power plant.
• May assist with site vegetation management plans including running tractors, riding mowers, and other vegetation maintenance equipment.
• Writes/assists with Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
• May perform work independently and/or in work crews, depending upon skills and experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and long-term success.
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness benefits
• Annual bonus opportunity based on company and individual performance.
• Generous paid time off, including 22 days (176 hours) of PTO per year.
• 13 paid company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level