Technician- Maintenance I USA (1st Shift/M-F)

First Solar (US) • Gaffney, SC

8h • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds, in a timely and cost-efficient manner. This role involves performing on-site service and repair of equipment, collaborating with other departments, and adhering to safety practices. The technician will also be responsible for managing waste generated from work performed and completing training programs. The job description is subject to change.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Must meet one of the following: 6 months First Solar manufacturing experience, or 6 months of outside manufacturing, mechanical, or agricultural experience, Military experience, or Graduate from vocational High School with no experience required.
• Verifiable technical skills and/or background.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skill.
• Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proven communications skills.
• Ability to follow safe work practices.
• Ability to read electrical & mechanical drawings and technical manuals.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in a technical field preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Proven Electro/Mechanical skills preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, vacuum systems and robotics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds, in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Accomplishes daily assignments as scheduled and as directed.
• Performs the on-site service and repair of equipment.
• Must meet at least 70% of Estimated Repair Times
• Collaborates with other departments.
• Follows standard OSHA, EPA, and company safe practices on all work assignments.
• Ability to read electrical & mechanical drawings and technical manuals.
• Performs other assignments as required.
• Is responsible to manage waste generated from any work that is performed as instructed.
• Will complete First Solar Maintenance Technician 1 training program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
• No travel is required is required outside of the First Solar work site.
• If hired during plant start up, you will be expected to travel to other First Solar locations for training.
• Background check and any other tests that may be required.
• Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are a driving force in the success of our company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED