SOLAR SITE LEAD TECHNICIAN
at Edp Renewables North America
Cantua Creek, CA
Posted: 12-20-2024
Construction, Extraction, and Architecture
$80,370/year
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About this Career
Solar Photovoltaic Installers
Skills
Environmental Laws, Safety Standards, Renewable Energy, Management, Control Systems, Information Gathering, Schematic Reading, High Voltage, Solar Energy, Scheduling, Lifting Ability, English Language, Communication, Valid Driver's License, Internal Controls, Transformers (Electrical), Corrective Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Power Plant Operations, Quality Control, Conciliation, SAP Applications, Risk Mitigation, Security Systems, Operations, Medium Voltage, Data Collection, Motor Vehicle Operation, Equipment Inspection, Report Writing, Fall Protection, Recognizing Others, Electronic Components, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Labor Law, Environment Health And Safety, Lock Out / Tag Out
Job Description
SOLAR SITE LEAD TECHNICIAN 3.0 3.0
out of 5 stars Cantua Creek, CA 93608 EDP Renewables North America 91 reviews The Solar Site Lead Technician will be responsible for the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of solar field equipment at EDPR NA's operating solar-energy generation site. You will also perform Lock out Tag out (LOTO), Tail Board meetings, and job-specific documentation that is required to conduct solar maintenance in the safest manner possible. Additionally, you will perform inspections of equipment, tools, and facility for compliance with EDPR's policy and Governmental Safety and Environmental regulations. It is necessary for this person to be a self-motivator who can lead a team to conduct small corrective repairs and execute EDPR's solar maintenance strategy.Main responsibilities:
- Ensure proper operation and maintenance of solar field equipment and associated solar plant components including inverters, tracker systems, transformers, PV panels, substations, switchgears, access roads, fences, and security systems
- Supervise a team of 1 to 4 technicians to execute preventative and corrective maintenance
- Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job-appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels to implement improvements using the Management of Change Protocols
- Read schematics in order to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical, problems with inverters, tracker control systems, PV panels, and components
- Perform mechanical and electrical component repair and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions in accordance with all pertinent manufacturers' requirements
- Effectively gather information regarding solar performance/issues
- Diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues
- Seek assistance when encountering issues outside the trained skill level to ensure success in the resolution
- Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs
- Act as a safety role model by encouraging and recognizing others completing safe acts and intervening when unsafe acts are being practiced
- Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the environment
- Implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management
- Promote integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis
- Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals
- Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements
- Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary
- Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP
- Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the solar field, substation, site office, and home office
- Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting
- Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures (SAP)
- Adhere to effective internal controls
- Supervise contractors onsite to ensure compliance with all EDPR's policies and procedures
- Additional duties as required Employment typeWork siteWhat are we looking for
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required.? 1+ years of college or technical school education, or an equivalent combination of training and experience 2- 5 years relevant experience in solar energy or a related industry, Renewable energy experience is a plus.
Travel:
Minimal, as neededBehavioral Requirements:
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license Ability to work in adverse weather conditions Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed due to on-call scheduling Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed?
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:
?Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on solar farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environmentWalking:
??Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on solar farm sitesSpeech/Reading:
??Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled formLifting:
?Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 poundsClimbing:
? ? Weight must be between 125 lbs. and 275 lbs., excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks, to be in accordance with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards.Vision/Hearing:
?Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form Tolerance toExtreme Weather Conditions:
?Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on solar farm sitesSafety:
?Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary Main responsibilities: Ensure proper operation and maintenance of solar field equipment and associated solar plant components including inverters, tracker systems, transformers, PV panels, substations, switchgears, access roads, fences, and security systems Supervise a team of 1 to 4 technicians to execute preventative and corrective maintenance Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job-appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels to implement improvements using the Management of Change Protocols Read schematics in order to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical, problems with inverters, tracker control systems, PV panels, and components Perform mechanical and electrical component repair and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions in accordance with all pertinent manufacturers' requirements Effectively gather information regarding solar performance/issues Diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues Seek assistance when encountering issues outside the trained skill level to ensure success in the resolution Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs Act as a safety role model by encouraging and recognizing others completing safe acts and intervening when unsafe acts are being practiced Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the environment Implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management Promote integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the solar field, substation, site office, and home office Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures (SAP) Adhere to effective internal controls Supervise contractors onsite to ensure compliance with all EDPR's policies and procedures Additional duties as required Employment type Full-Time Work siteCantua Creek, CA, Scarlet Solar Energy Park What Are We Looking For Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required; 1+ years of college or technical school education, or an equivalent combination of training and experience; 2- 5 years relevant experience in solar energy or a related industry, Renewable energy experience is a plus; Experience with power plant operations and maintenance, solar plant operations (including power converters specifically), high voltage switching, and post-operational repair and maintenance of solar field components(preferred ); Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US as needed.
Travel:
Minimal, as needed.Behavioral Requirements:
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US as needed Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed due to on-call scheduling Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed Physical demands & working conditions:
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:
Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environmentWalking:
Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on sitesSpeech/Reading:
Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled formLifting:
Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 poundsClimbing:
Weight, including harness and tools, must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by theANSI Fall Protection Standards Vision/Hearing:
Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form Tolerance toExtreme Weather Conditions:
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on solar farm sitesSafety:
Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary. Equal opportunities for all Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from theDepartment of Labor:
EEO is the Law poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster). You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.eeoc.gov).Salary hiring range:
$71,440- 89,300 Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry and are one part of many compensation, benefits, and other reward opportunities we provide.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$71,440.00- $89,300.
Schedule:
Monday toFriday Experience:
Construction:
1 year (Preferred) Ability toCommute:
Cantua Creek, CA 93608 (Required) Ability toRelocate:
Cantua Creek, CA 93608: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location:
In personOther Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$71,440/yr
$89,300/yr