PV Solar Technician

The PV Solar Technician will work with a team of well-trained professionals to maintain Acciona's PV Facility.

The Solar Technician will use their electrical and mechanical knowledge and experience in PV technology to carry out maintenance tasks and follow safety regulations within the industry.

This position will also conduct basic cleaning and maintenance on the premises surrounding the facilities.

Responsibilities:

This is the PV Solar Technician position and as such, is expected to need to be oriented and trained on company policies, procedures, and site-specific equipment O&M details.

After completion of initial training, this technician will be expected to work on their own, with some technical assistance or mentoring, as required.

Perform all work on-site with a continuous emphasis on safety, quality, the environment, and regulatory compliance by utilizing training, experience, and strict adherence to company policies & procedures
Immediately report any incidents, injuries or unsafe acts that have occurred
Maintain a clean, orderly, and hazard free work site
Know the immediate actions required per the site Emergency Action Plan and actively participate in training and drills
Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any work
STOP work when there are unsafe conditions or questions about high risk activities
Assist in overseeing contracted personnel in the field to ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and work schedule requirements
Maintain and use appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe manner
Perform lock-out \ tag-out activities to ensure the safe zone of protection while performing maintenance
Focus on maintaining equipment in the highest operating condition to maximize production
Inspect equipment, record and review data, looking for abnormal operating conditions and correcting or reporting them, as prescribed
Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, operations, maintenance, and repairs on PV solar field, inverters, battery storage, balance of plant, communications, IT, and substation equipment
Perform electrical switching activities in the solar field, balance of plant, and substation, working with voltages up to 345,000 Volts
Perform maintenance in a professional manner, leaving equipment in a fully functional and clean condition with no unapproved alterations
Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform maintenance assignments, including the use and requirements for calibrated tooling
Assist with writing instructions and procedures for the testing, maintenance, and operation of equipment
Maintain the parts inventory by accurately receiving, stocking, checking out, ordering, and shipping parts
Perform activities, as required, to replace parts under warranty and track warranty terms
Create purchase requisitions for needed services and non-inventory parts
Communicate effectively and promptly with the remote operations center and other entities
Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to facility issues
Assist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality audits & inspections, and performance testing.
Ensure all documentation and required reports are complete, reviewed, submitted and filed
Maintain accurate records for time keeping, operating logs, and maintenance
Provide the best training possible to others, as directed
Conduct the necessary First Day \ First Hour training for all new personnel on site and maintain accurate records of training completion
Attend, participate, pass, and document all required training within prescribed due dates
Maintain required training certifications and qualifications to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter, including Lock-out \ Tag-out and Qualified Electrical Worker (Substation Level)
Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
Maintain any assigned vehicles in a clean, safe, road worthy condition
Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:
Able to work alone and independently
1-2 years of experience in a related position
High school diploma or equivalent, 2 year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification and qualifications preferred
Ability to travel for work and/or training for extended periods of time
Flexibility to work overtime, night shifts, and rotating shifts, as required. There will be periods of time that require work at night (estimated at 25-35%).
Ability to work in outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, in dust, pollen, weeds, and grasses
Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety procedures
Experience in operating and maintaining power facility SCADA, control systems, electrical systems, fiber optic communications equipment, power electronics
Demonstrated ability to use computers and Microsoft Office software
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with hand tools, calibrated tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment including multi-meters and meggers
Demonstrated knowledge of basic AC & DC electrical theory, power electronics, storage batteries, substation equipment and functionality
Demonstrated ability to read schematic, wiring, and one-line drawings
Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high-voltage equipment
Have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

Job Type:
Full-time

Pay:
$ $30.00 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

West Mansfield, OH 43358:
Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:
In person

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