Solar Tech II (178333)

What you will do

Role Overview:

Responsible for the onsite operations maintenance repairs and replacement of solar field equipment at EDPR NAs operating solarenergy generation site. To include but not limited to completing Lock out Tag out (LOTO) Tail Board meetings and jobspecific documentation that is required to conduct solar turbine maintenance in the safest manner possible. Perform inspections of equipment tools and facility for compliance with EDPR policy and Governmental Safety and Environmental regulations. This person must be a selfmotivated selfstarter that has the ability to work alone safely. Will require travel from the Mojave area to the Lucerne valley regularly.

Main responsibilities:

Ensure proper operation and maintenance of solar field equipment and associated solar plant components including inverters tracker systems transformers substations and switchgear
Proactively look for improvement opportunities to jobappropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels or implement improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
Read schematics in order to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical problems with investors tracker control systems PV panels and components
Perform mechanical and electrical component repair and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions in accordance with all pertinent manufacturers requirements
Effectively gather information regarding solar performance/issues
Diagnose recommend and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues
Seek assistance when encounteringissues outside the trained skill level to ensure success in the resolution
Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs
Act as a safety role model; encourage and recognize others completing safe acts and intervene when unsafe acts are being practiced
Identify gaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment
Implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higherlevel technical staff and management
Promote integrity strong initiative and a nocompromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis
Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals
Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements
Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary
Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP
Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the solar field substation site office and home office
Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting
Document all work performed using computerbased service reporting procedures (SAP)
Adhere to effective internal controls
Supervise contractors on site to ensure compliance with all EDPRs policies and procedures
Additional duties as required

Employment type

Full time

Work site

Azalea Springs Solar FarmLufkin TX

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• 1 years of college or technical school education or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 2 5 years relevant experience in solar energy or a related industry Renewable energy experience is a plus
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software SQL Server software facility management and reporting systems and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g. voltage testers amp clamps oscilloscopes megohmmeters infrared testers torque equipment alignment tools and various hand and power tools) and with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance including working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
• Experience with power plant operations and maintenance solar plant operations (including power inverters specifically) highvoltage switching and postoperational repair and maintenance of solar field components (preferred)
• Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products. (Preferred)
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving Strong CommunicationCustomer/Partner Relationships and Technology Expertise. (Preferred).

Travel:

Minimal as needed.

Behavioral Requirements:

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid drivers license
• Ability to work around low and mediumvoltage equipment
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US as needed
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed due to oncall scheduling
• Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day 7 days a week as needed

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing sitting walking kneeling bending twisting squatting and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Walking:Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on sites
• Speech/Reading:Ability to speak read and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or scheduled form
• Lifting: Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Climbing: Weight including harness and tools must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form
• Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on solar farm sites
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary