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The AES Corporation · 4 months ago

Land Maintenance Technician

US, Locust Grove, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution. They are seeking a Land Maintenance Technician to support the safe operation of their solar power plants by managing vegetation and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Utilities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Supports the safe and reliable operation of the utility solar power plant by ensuring that vegetation does not impact operations of the solar arrays, and ensures that applicable environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed for the care and maintenance of the land, roads, fence line, ponds, creek, and other waterways on the property

Keeps safety and environment as number one priority and utilizes PPE when required

Operates trimmers/edgers, including cleaning-up area and equipment routinely to minimize or prevent growth of vegetation in solar arrays, around equipment, and on fences and gates. This may include pulling and removing weeds and larger vegetation that cannot be managed with trimmers/edgers, as well as cleaning and disposal of debris and waste. May also include mowing, raking, sweeping, and minor equipment maintenance

Works with/support land maintenance contractors and sheep ranchers

May operate and perform maintenance on landscaping equipment including tractors, sitting mowers, push mowers, and other required land maintenance equipment

Assists with daily maintenance of all mowing and trimming equipment, and area clean-up and disposal of debris

May be required to support maintenance and clean-up of ponds and waterways on site, including working from a boat, if necessary

May support washing PV Panels utilizing panel washing equipment

Recognizes process improvements and communicates them to the Land Maintenance Supervisor

May apply over-the-counter chemicals (e.g. Round-Up, fertilizer, etc.) as directed

Qualification

Applicator licenseMechanical skillsSafety regulations knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeProblem-solving enthusiasmTeam playerCommunication skills

Required

Possess high school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license required to operate company equipment and vehicles

Ability to read, write and understand English

Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place

Excellent hands on abilities with strong mechanical and technical skills

Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office suite, email, expense reporting, and work order management systems

Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations

Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company

Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals

Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip

Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum

Is a strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and as needed

Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment

Requires use of wear personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.)

May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals

Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities

Preferred

Applicator license credential preferred

Company

The AES Corporation

The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it’s a space for innovation and partnership.

Founded in 1981

Arlington, Virginia, US

5001-10000 employees

http://www.aes.com

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