Solar & ESS Field Technician

2 months ago

Oak Brook, United States FourGen Holdings Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

The Solar & ESS Field Technician provides maintenance, inspections and verification on ongoing and existing commercial solar and battery storage projects. 


What you'll do:

The Solar & ESS Field Technician has responsibility for operation and maintenance related functions on commercial solar arrays.

  • Responsible for the operation and maintenance of commercial, industrial, and utility solar power & ESS plants in accordance with established standards and procedures; always maintains safety and professionalism throughout Illinois.
  • Troubleshoot electrical components with help and use of digital multi-meters, meggers, amp clamps, and similar equipment. Test installed equipment, ensuring proper working order including daily mechanical electrical inspections.          
  • Perform progress, mc, sc and preventative maintenance inspections with thorough reporting.
  • Conduct routine preventive maintenance activities on solar panels, battery storage systems, and associated equipment.
  • Perform sUAS(drone) and handheld infrared thermography inspections (job training as needed).
  • Maintain accurate documentation of O&M activities, including maintenance logs, work orders, and inventory records.
  • Responsible for documentation including, but not limited to; work orders, service orders, time logs, and emergency information schedules.


What you'll need for success:

  • Two (2) years of technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education
  • Minimum 2 years' experience maintaining commercial or utility solar arrays
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
  • Understanding of solar photovoltaic, energy storage, and microgrid applications
  • Understanding of electrical and mechanical functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment
  • Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics, SLD and Electrical Construction Drawings
  • Experience with PV and electrical systems including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
  • Experience with Material Takeoffs for replacement of failed/damaged equipment
  • Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems  
  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices  
  • NABCEP and OSHA 30 preferred.  
  • Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder and on rooftops
  • Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds)
  • Willing to travel up to 30% of the time with some overnights and on call availability. 

 

Our Company

Continental Energy Solutions offers end-to-end solutions. We design, engineer, procure, install, commission, monitor, and maintain solar arrays, solar plus battery storage, and full microgrid solutions.

We offer an unbeatable team of engineers, project managers, and field supervisors, including NABCEP Certified Professionals, the gold standard in the solar industry. Together, our team works to provide our customers with clearly outlined costs, energy savings, and overall project ROI. We have built hundreds of solar PV projects, many solar plus battery storage solutions, and installed over 350 electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Our project portfolio includes rooftop systems for big-box retail and warehouse customers, and community solar projects with multiple developers. With our experienced team and extensive project portfolio, we can build a solar and storage solution for every customer to meet any challenge.

Working for Continental Energy Solutions provides:

  • Collaboration, assistance, tools and resources for success
  • An engaging and respectful workplace with excellent benefits and compensation
  • Pride working for the largest PV and battery storage installer in Illinois

Continental Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual or gender orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.


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