Solar Technician I or II

Deriva Energy•Andrews, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S., with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy. Summary The Solar Technician is primarily responsible for providing support to our Lapetus Solar Farm located in Andrews, TX.

Requirements

Solar Technician – Level I High School/GED In addition to the High School/GED requirement, the ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year
Solar Technician – Level II High School/GED 2 years related work experience The ability to complete Level II job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year
Valid driver's license
This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree/Technical degree or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Strong background in Electrical and Electronic Equipment troubleshooting and repair
Must possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates
Must possess good oral and written communication skills
Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability
Must be motivated to work independently
Must have strong organization skills
Must have experience using electrical test and measurement equipment
Ability to troubleshoot from schematics
Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired
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
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
Knowledge of general safety and environmental practices

Responsibilities

Perform daily operational rounds and operations activities up to and including developing and implementing complex LOTOs. This includes being competent to train to become LOTO desk qualified
Perform inverter / array maintenance tasks
Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks
Perform all Lock-Out-Tag-Out tasks needed for maintenance activities including research, development, isolation, independent verification, zero energy verification and work leader duties.
Perform contractor oversight duties
Communicate with Operations Center regarding daily plant / equipment status and maintenance
Daily travel could include multiple site visits
Perform rotational On-Call duties.
Perform record keeping duties concerning Environmental, Health & Safety records, spread sheets and documents
Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations, and warranty agreements
Perform startup duties necessary to commission new sites which will include but not limited to, punch list, developing procedures and PM's, system walk downs, assisting startup personnel with commissioning activities, starting/stopping units from multiple branded Control Systems
Must have strong instrumentation, electrical / electronic controls knowledge to troubleshoot, maintain and operate a photovoltaic solar plant
Take the roll as integration lead for new sites to ensure Deriva standards are meet prior to turn over from Deriva’ construction group- this requires the ability to coordinate, time management, and thorough record keeping
New hires must be able to become proficient in the aforementioned required skills to be able to trouble shoot the varying technologies
Ability to read and understand technical electrical, civil, and mechanical drawings
General knowledge of high voltage equipment and ability to perform high voltage switching
Prepare service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment improvement investigations
Ensure a safe, event free work environment by ensuring strict adherence to company protocols
Enforce procedures and processes in accordance with site specific O&M Standards and guidelines
Develop and review site specific procedures