What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician for Solar Monitoring System in Pine County, MN position at AWS Truepower?
Job Overview
Pine County, Minnesota, is home to a cutting-edge renewable energy technology application. For nearly 30 years, UL Solutions has been at the forefront of innovation and integrity in the industry. Our commitment to excellence has made us an international leader, and we're now seeking a skilled maintenance technician to join our team.
Detailed Description
We are installing a single solar monitoring system (SMS) on behalf of one of our clients. The station consists of a few solar panels, two 7-foot tripods, scientific measurement equipment, and a locked chain link fence. This state-of-the-art system monitors the solar resource, meteorological parameters, and weather-related data.
The successful candidate will be responsible for weekly maintenance, ensuring consistent and accurate data collection over a minimum of 1 year and maximum 2 years. Key duties include:
Maintenance visits should take approximately 45-90 minutes, including travel time to and from the site. Additionally, the technician will need to upload a weekly Excel logbook with photos and documentation via the internet within the same timeframe. The entire process requires 2-4 hours per week, including travel time. In some instances, UL Solutions may request assistance with equipment replacement or troubleshooting, which will be supported by a Senior Engineer.
Pine County, Minnesota, is home to a cutting-edge renewable energy technology application. For nearly 30 years, UL Solutions has been at the forefront of innovation and integrity in the industry. Our commitment to excellence has made us an international leader, and we're now seeking a skilled maintenance technician to join our team.
Detailed Description
We are installing a single solar monitoring system (SMS) on behalf of one of our clients. The station consists of a few solar panels, two 7-foot tripods, scientific measurement equipment, and a locked chain link fence. This state-of-the-art system monitors the solar resource, meteorological parameters, and weather-related data.
The successful candidate will be responsible for weekly maintenance, ensuring consistent and accurate data collection over a minimum of 1 year and maximum 2 years. Key duties include:
- Serves as the primary point of contact for equipment in the field;
- Ensures all equipment is level and clean on a weekly basis;
- Provides troubleshooting support from UL Solutions and performs repairs for low-to-medium complexity issues;
- Maintains the site by removing debris, such as grass, snow, or brush, depending on the location; and
- Verifies the system's security and integrity.
Maintenance visits should take approximately 45-90 minutes, including travel time to and from the site. Additionally, the technician will need to upload a weekly Excel logbook with photos and documentation via the internet within the same timeframe. The entire process requires 2-4 hours per week, including travel time. In some instances, UL Solutions may request assistance with equipment replacement or troubleshooting, which will be supported by a Senior Engineer.
