What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Solar Technician [Onsite] position at EDF Renewable Energy?
Scope of Position :
EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power : wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power : solar and storage; asset optimization : technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Companys PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers : solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.
The qualified Advanced Solar Technician performs unsupervised field maintenances, troubleshooting and general resets on specific solar generators and its associated components. The advanced level solar technician is expected to understand and follow procedures as provided through service manuals, Control Instructions, Work Instructions, and other pertinent documents or instructions as provided by company supervisory personnel. The advanced solar technician is expected to know and follow established safety guidelines and will seek guidance in matters for which they may be uncertain or unfamiliar as well as being able to lead a maintenance crew and provide basic Solar Technician Training.
Responsibilities :
- Complete unsupervised preventative / unscheduled maintenances on utility-scale photovoltaic power plants and storage systems in a timely manner.
- Inspection of solar modules, the use of testing equipment such as IR camera, IV curve tracer, multimeter, amp clamps, inclinometers, and electrical megohmmeter.
- Accurately complete, on a daily basis, maintenance logs, work orders, time cards, service reports, and any other required paperwork or computer work for the specific project / assignment.
- Safely perform OEM testing, troubleshooting, repairs and upgrades / revisions to a broad range of equipment in the renewable industry.
- Monitoring systems, as well as other components, of large PV power plants and energy storage systems as well as performing resets as needed on faulted equipment.
- Conduct site safety assessments and identify all safety hazards on job site, follow safety regulations and work procedures, lead daily safety meetings, and accurately fill out required safety documentation, as well as seeking guidance from a competent source for all work for which they are unfamiliar with or do not feel safe performing.
- Recommission PV systems, including but not limited to; insulation testing, IV curve testing, thermal imagery, torque testing, and performance evaluations.
- Review project plans, specifications and installation instructions to ensure that the project is built according to the approved design and specification.
- Participate in 24 / 7 on-call rotation.
- All other duties as assigned
Supervision of Others :
During certain situations, may have to oversee contractors and sub-contractors to support site(s). The Advanced Solar Technician will also oversee and train Basic Solar Technicians on preventative maintenances.
Working Conditions :
Advanced Solar Technicians spend 100% of their time in the field, excluding safety, supervisor, and scheduled training exercises. Advanced Solar Technicians work in teams and are provided a company vehicle (service truck) in which they carry the required tools and parts necessary to perform repairs and / or maintenance on solar generators in multiple solar fields on any given day. Service Technicians work in extreme weather conditions.
This position requires working on platforms or skids, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, and the repetitive use of legs, arms, hands and fingers. The employee will work eight (8) hours a day, forty (40) hours a week, and overtime and night shifts as required.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
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Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Physical Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to : stand, use hands and fingers to handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to lift and / or move up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
Pay Grade : $27.00 - $46.00 Hourly
In addition, EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employment incentives, including.
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Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of Delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.
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Salary : $27 - $46
