Solar Technician I Chillingham Solar Site
Rogers, AR - USA
Job Summary
What You Can Expect
As a Solar Technician I you will support the operation and maintenance of solar power facilities at the Chillingham Solar Site located in Rogers TX. You will assist in troubleshooting repairing and maintaining photovoltaic inverters solar panel systems and related equipment. Your work will involve using digital tools such as SCADA Maximo and SAP to manage work orders document activities and ensure accurate reporting. You will also be a part of an on-call rotation for outages and emergencies; therefore you must reside within 50 miles of the site. Any milage in access will need manager approval.
Your Daily Responsibilities Will Include but Are Not Limited to:
- Complete permits to work job safety plans (JSPs) lock-out tag-out (LOTO) procedures and performing last minute risk assessments
- Under the supervision of senior level technicians perform basic troubleshooting maintenance and repairs on photovoltaic inverters solar panels and tracking systems and other related solar plant equipment
- Operate standard hand tools and electrical testing equipment (e.g. screwdrivers wrenches battery powered drills/impacts multimeters amp clamps)
- Understand and execute ENGIEs official job specific documentation such as LOTO procedures work instructions and routine maintenance checklists
- Create and close-out work orders generated in the Maximo system
- Conduct site safety orientations to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) representatives independent service providers (ISPs) vendors and site visitors
- Accompany approved site visitors to ensure all individuals adhere to Engies safety and quality standards
- Perform LOTO and general supervision for non-ENGIE employees as needed
- Maintain accurate parts and tooling inventory
What Youll Bring
- Minimum diploma or certification in a technical program where you have learned AC/DC electrical theory understand reading blue prints and schematics industrial electrical equipment. Military equivalent experience or two (2) years experience in Solar generation sites Wind generation sites in lieu of a degree
- General knowledge of AC/DC voltage electrical theory reading one-line and three-line schematics and operation & maintenance of electrical equipment (e.g. AC/DC breakers disconnects MV transformers NO/NC contactors and relays)
- Understanding of selecting the proper PPE for electrical work
- Proficiency in reading and understanding switching orders
- Obtain appropriate level of substation training and/or certifications within 12 months of hire date
- Available for on-call duties as required
- A willingness to work night shifts and extended hours often outdoors in extreme heat or cold
- Readiness to walk stand kneel or crouch for extended periods
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
Additional Details
- This is a field position requiring daily attendance at a worksite
- Must possess a valid U.S. drivers license/clean driving record to drive company vehicle on and around the plant
- Willing to travel domestically to support site operations at ENGIEs various renewable modalities as needed (e.g. Solar Wind BESS)
- Must be able to complete ENGIEs Qualified Electrical Worker Competency Skills test which requires you to adequately demonstrate the application of safety critical tasks when working with AC/DC electricity (e.g. hot-cold-hot testing proper PPE use application of cluster grounds) within 12 months of hire date
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
- The position consists of 30% work indoors and 70% work outdoors; outdoor work may expose the employee to extreme weather conditions
Compensation
Hourly Range: $25.00 34.00 USD hourly
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
ENGIE complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography experience education internal pay alignment or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan and emergency or on-call pay.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical dental vision life insurance employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance ESPP generous paid time off including wellness days holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But thats not all were dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
Why ENGIE
At ENGIE every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
Join us and be part of the adventure!
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.
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We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.
The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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