Solar Technician II

The AES Corporation • US, Calhoun, MI, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

AES CE is seeking a Solar Technician II to perform assigned operations and maintenance activities at utility-scale solar PV sites and associated substations in Michigan. The role supports Calhoun County Solar at 13725 26 Mile Road, Albion, Michigan, and requires the candidate to commute to the site daily. Travel to Nebraska to support the Platteview project in Yutan may be required. The technician will help ensure the portfolio operates to standards exceeding industry best practice and may build, train, and lead other field personnel. The position offers an opportunity for professional growth as AES CE expands.

The technician performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations on equipment they are qualified to service, including SunGrow 3150 and 3600 systems, Nextracker XTR, and high-, medium-, and low-voltage switching equipment. Duties also include preparing and implementing switching and clearance orders, completing related technical and administrative work, and ensuring work complies with environmental and safety requirements. Work may be performed independently or as part of a crew.

The position involves outdoor work in plant and office environments, including exposure to heights, temperature and humidity extremes, rotating and energized equipment, and hazardous materials and chemicals. Physical activities include standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to inspect it or collect data. Personal protective equipment is required. Occasional lifting and overtime or non-standard hours may be required.

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience as a PV O&M solar technician, or five or more years of power plant experience and at least one year of PV Solar O&M or construction experience.
• Knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals at the single-craft journeyman level, such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory application.
• Basic knowledge of the operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities.
• Experience with electrical or construction projects and knowledge of basic IT equipment.
• Understanding of general workplace safety and ability to follow safety standards and help improve them.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and use standard business software with technical proficiency.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Strong hands-on abilities and technical skills, including skill in research and working with highly technical equipment and engineering.
• Ability to work effectively in a multifunctional, geographically diverse organization and maintain positive, professional working relationships.
• Clear verbal and written communication, integrity, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to commute daily to the Calhoun County Solar site in Albion, Michigan.
• Ability to work outside and at heights, in temperature and humidity extremes, and around rotating or energized equipment and hazardous materials; perform required physical activities and use personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime and non-standard hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned operations and maintenance activities at solar PV sites and associated substations.
• Perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations on equipment for which qualified, including SunGrow 3150 and 3600, Nextracker XTR, and high-, medium-, and low-voltage switching equipment.
• Carry out technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.
• Prepare and implement switching and clearance orders.
• Ensure work complies with environmental and safety requirements.
• Work independently and/or as part of work crews.
• Build, train, and lead other field personnel as needed.
• Travel to Nebraska to support the Platteview project if required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed