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Solar Technician I, II, III
Deriva Energy. Support multiple Deriva Solar projects on a continual/on-demand basis .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining photovoltaic solar plants, with strong knowledge of electrical and electronic systems. Proficient in operational support, safety compliance, and effective communication within a team environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Photovoltaic System FunctionalityElectrical And Electronic Equipment TroubleshootingInverter Controls/MaintenanceMaximo CMMS ExperienceElectrical Design Experience
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Hard Skills
Electrical TroubleshootingInstrumentation KnowledgePLC ControlsElectrical Test And Measurement EquipmentHigh-Voltage Equipment KnowledgeTechnical OEM Manuals InterpretationPower Distribution Systems KnowledgeLock-Out-Tag-Out ImplementationPreventative MaintenanceCommissioning Duties
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationCommunication SkillsTime ManagementContractor Oversight
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteControl SystemsElectrical Schematics
Certifications & Qualifications
High School/GEDValid Driver's License
Industry Keywords
O&M ProceduresEnvironmental Health And SafetyRenewables Academy TrainingSite-Specific Procedures
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesSwitching
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support multiple Deriva Solar projects on a continual/on-demand basis
- Establish O&M support for new site start-up and long-term operation and maintenance
- Perform daily operational rounds and operations activities, including complex LOTO development and implementation
- Perform inverter/array maintenance and routine preventative maintenance
- Perform Lock-Out-Tag-Out tasks, including research, development, isolation, independent verification, zero-energy verification, and work-leader duties
- Provide contractor oversight
- Communicate with the Operations Center regarding daily plant/equipment status and maintenance
- Visit multiple sites as needed for daily travel
- Perform rotational on-call duties
- Maintain Environmental, Health & Safety records, spreadsheets, and documents
- Read and apply technical OEM manuals, recommendations, and warranty agreements
- Perform start-up and commissioning duties for new sites, including punch lists, procedure and PM development, system walkdowns, and assisting commissioning personnel
- Start and stop units from multiple branded control systems
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and operate photovoltaic solar plants
- Serve as integration lead for new sites and ensure Deriva standards are met before construction-group turnover
- Coordinate activities, manage time, and maintain thorough records
- Prepare service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications, and equipment-improvement investigations
- Ensure a safe, event-free work environment and enforce site-specific O&M procedures and standards
- Develop and review site-specific procedures
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School/GED required for Solar Technician Levels I, II, and III
- Level I: ability to complete Level I job performance measures and Deriva Energy renewables academy training within 1 year
- Level II: 2 years related work experience
- Level II: ability to complete Level II job performance measures and Deriva Energy renewables academy training within 1 year
- Level III: 4 years related work experience
- Level III: ability to complete Level III job performance measures and Deriva Energy renewables academy training within 1 year
- Associate degree/Technical degree or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
- Strong electrical and electronic equipment troubleshooting and repair background
- Strong instrumentation and electrical/electronic controls knowledge
- Experience using electrical test and measurement equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot from schematics
- Experience with inverter controls/maintenance and photovoltaic system functionality
- Experience with PLC controls/computer networking
- Working knowledge of power distribution systems
- Electrical design experience
- Maximo CMMS experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of general safety and environmental practices
- Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations, warranty agreements, and electrical, civil, and mechanical drawings
- General knowledge of high-voltage equipment and ability to perform high-voltage switching
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work alone and in a team environment
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is unavailable
- Must comply with the 265-pound equipment weight restriction
Benefits
Comp & perks- Safe working conditions
- Healthy Work-Life Balance
- Competitive Pay
- Per Diem
- Paid Travel Arrangements
- Over-Time
- Paid Composite Blade Repair Certification Programs and Trainings
- Computer
- Cellphone
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K