Solar Technician

Invenergy•Helena-West Helena, AR

1d•$29 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Solar Technician Long Lake Solar Energy Center Location: Helena, AR The Long Lake Solar Energy Center is a 200MW solar power generation facility located near Helena-West Helena, AR, utilizing Sg3600 inverters with Nextracker tracker technology. Position Overview As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in operating and maintaining the facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder
Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
Effective communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
Experience in an industrial environment dealing with machine repair and maintenance (Manufacturing, Automotive, Food Processing, Automation, Facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronic tech, field engineer or technician, service tech, etc.
Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics
Proficiency with MS Office suite

Responsibilities

Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment
Perform vegetation management, up to operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
Troubleshoot complicated electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic problems including: Inverter faults, Tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment.
Conduct site maintenance daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment