Solar Technician

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Job Description

Solar Technician

Darien, WI

About the Site

The Solar & Battery Storage site is situated outside of Darien, WI.

Position Overview

As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining Solar & Battery Storage project sites. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) help balance the supply and demand of energy. BESS works by timing their charging and discharging with the demands of the grid.

Responsibilities

Perform routine mechanical, electrical maintenance and inspections on associated equipment

Wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.

Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a battery storage facility and associated equipment

Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components

Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment

Work a 40 hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods

Support BESS and Solar sites throughout the Midwest.

Required Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent required

One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.

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.

10% travel

Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Skills

EPA certification preferred

Commercial HVAC experience

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

Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, bonus, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.