Solar Technician, Level 1
About The Position
LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Unrestricted driver license in good standing
- Must be skilled in at least one of the following: power plant operations, electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance; substation maintenance
- Must be competent in power plant safety protocols
- Must be competent in electrical safety
- Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools
- Ability and willingness to occasionally travel to and from job sites as assigned, including supporting other sites
- Routine operation of a computer/tablet and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
- Frequent oral and written communications
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Complete all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe
- Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Responsibilities
- Test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV electrical and mechanical equipment
- Ensure that all tasks are performed safely and in accordance with site operating procedures
- Complete Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), JSAs, Permit to Work, and job-specific documentation to ensure safe maintenance and repair execution
- Conduct inspections and thermal imaging to detect potential electrical and mechanical failures
- Replace and repair system components such as fuses, wiring, circuit breakers, and modules
- Document all maintenance and repair activities using CMMS and reporting tools
- Proactively identify and recommend improvements to job-specific processes and procedures
- Perform balance of plant (BOP) and switchyard work as required
- Perform electrical testing as necessary, including insulation and thermal testing
- Use Microsoft Office and computer software tools in support of communication, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Identify gaps in safety standards and recognize safety risks in the environment
- Respond promptly to emergencies and perform immediate troubleshooting and corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with site protocols for access, HSE, security, deliveries, and inspections
- Be available to support operations outside traditional hours, including emergent abnormal conditions and O&M issues
- Operate mobile equipment such as mowers, forklifts, tractors, excavators, and motor vehicles
- Assist in vegetation management and site upkeep where applicable
- Maintain accurate inventory of tools, spare parts, and consumables
- All other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
