Solar O&M Technician I

Onward Energy•Bakersfield, CA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Site Manager of Renewable Operations Solar. The Solar Site O&M Tech I will be Responsible for assigned aspects of the maintenance and operation of utility scale PV power plant. Duties include supervised monitoring PV Plant operation through SCADA, commissioning, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC solar PV systems, including inverters, PV module arrays, transformers, switchgear, and metering systems

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
One (1) year of work experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation, transmission and/or distribution.
Demonstrated understanding of power plant, EH&S compliance, operations, and maintenance.
Must have a safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
Excellent writing and verbal skills.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
Ability to anticipate and accept changes in the organization and adapt to meet new requirements.
Effective time management and organizational skill; keen multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history.

Nice To Haves

College or technical degree preferred.
Electrical certifications, state, journeyman, etc. a plus.
Some level of technical knowledge of PV Inverters and tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices on the assigned solar plant.
Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards.
Ability to follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety and environmental procedures.
Knowledge of local and national electrical codes.
Basic understanding of Electrical schematics and prints
Understanding of electrical principles
With oversight, able to retrieve relay files and documentation.
Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking.
Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) is required.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
Ensure a safe work environment by strict adherence to company protocols
Responsible for personal safety, quality and schedule adherence.
Comply with Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
With supervision be responsible for a variety of PM work including measuring, reading, testing and performing maintenance procedures on all site components.
Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety.
Ensure all documentation and required reports are reviewed, complete, submitted and filed.
Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
Attend, participate in and pass all assigned training in safety, environmental and other areas as assigned
Maintain work area and site housecleaning to 5S standards
Must be available for night, overtime, weekend, and holiday work as required.
May be required to support job responsibilities as needed outside of scheduled work hours.
Occasional travel may be required.
Other duties as assigned.