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Onward Energy · 5 months ago

Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician II

, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$35/hr - $45/hr

2+ years exp

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that operates utility-scale renewable energy projects across the U.S. They are seeking a Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician II to be responsible for the maintenance and operation of utility scale PV power plants, ensuring safety and quality in all maintenance activities.

Oil and GasRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices

Ensure a safe work environment by strict adherence to company protocols

Attend, participate in and pass all assigned training in safety, environmental and other areas as assigned

Responsible for personal safety, quality, and schedule adherence

Comply with Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures

Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards

Ability to create and follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures

Knowledge of local and national electrical codes

Proficient understanding of Electrical schematics and electrical principles

Ability to perform testing, switching and troubleshooting of low, medium, and high voltage equipment, including transformers, breakers, relays, contactors, motors, trackers, DC array and inverters to name a few

Capable of retrieving relay files and submitting to engineering for review

Assist in planning and executing on-site projects, installations, commissioning, quality inspections, and performance testing

Assist with writing and enforcing work and equipment testing instructions and procedures, including normal and maintenance operating procedures

Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety. Prepare documents necessary for procurement and utilization of materials and vendor services

Perform testing using IV Curve Tracers, Power Quality Meters, Insulation Resistance Testers, Multimeters, and other equipment, as needed

Keep track of quality, quantity, and stock levels of all materials on the sites

Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) are required

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects

Self-directed and accountable, able to think critically about processes and issues

Maintain the Plant’s vegetation requirements; by use of mechanical and or chemical in accordance with site regulations

Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues

Maintain work area and site housecleaning to company 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

Qualification

SCADAElectrical systems maintenanceTroubleshooting electrical componentsElectrical certificationsCMMS systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteFirst Aid/CPR/AED certificationTime managementCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

High School Diploma or GED required

Two (2) years of work experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation, transmission and/or distribution

Must have a safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis

Excellent writing and verbal skills

Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history

Proficient understanding of Electrical schematics and electrical principles

Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products) are required

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects

Self-directed and accountable, able to think critically about processes and issues

Ability to create and follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures

Knowledge of local and national electrical codes

Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards

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

Preferred

College or technical degree preferred

Experience in operating and maintaining power plant electrical systems, SCADA and controls systems operation, troubleshooting advanced electrical components, and using procedures to perform equipment preventative and corrective maintenance preferred

Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking

Some intermediate level of technical knowledge of PV Inverters and tracking systems