Solar Field Technician

The role

The Field Technician will perform maintenance and operation of utility scale PV power plants. Duties include monitoring PV Plant operation through SCADA, commissioning, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC solar PV systems.

What you will do

• Ensure a safe work environment through strict adherence to company and client protocols
• Perform varying corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance for solar PV systems
• Perform onsite installations, repairs, and troubleshooting
• Carry out site root analysis and apply root cause analysis techniques
• Investigate technical failures and prepare formal technical reports
• Collaborate with internal teams to collect and produce data for agencies
• Perform testing, switching and troubleshooting of low, medium, and high voltage equipment
• Assist with writing and enforcing work and equipment testing instructions and procedures
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete
• Keep track of quality, quantity, and stock levels of all materials on the sites

Required qualifications

• 3 years of direct experience as a PV solar technician or 6 years' experience in a non-solar electrical maintenance role
• Excellent writing and verbal skills
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
• Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products)

Nice to have

• CEC license or technical degree
• Electrical certifications, state, journeyman, etc.
• Experience in operating and maintaining power plant electrical systems, SCADA and controls systems operation, troubleshooting advanced electrical components, and using procedures to perform equipment
• Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking
• Strong Understanding of renewable energy technology

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Incentives
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Environment
• 401(k) Plan with 6% Company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

About the company

Arevon is a U.S. energy leader that develops, finances, builds, owns, and operates renewable energy projects nationwide. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.