Deriva Energy · 19 hours ago
Solar Technician I or II
Richland, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDeriva Energy, a leader in sustainable energy, is seeking a Solar Technician I or II to support multiple solar projects at the Pigsah Ridge solar site in Richland, TX. The role involves maintenance of solar facilities, compliance documentation, and additional support for other sites as needed.
Electrical DistributionEnergyLightingRenewable Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Diagnose and resolve faults on solar as they relate to mechanical or electrical issues
Perform pad mounted Transformer switching in accordance with all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
Perform corrective tasks on solar equipment
Work as scheduled during the week and on call as required by manager
Always maintain a high level of safety awareness
Work in an outdoor environment for an extended period of time
Operate grounds keeping equipment including but not limited to weed eaters and lawn mowers
EH&S documentation
Complete necessary paperwork (work order, timesheet, tool, and PPE inventory and additional paperwork as necessary.)
Willing to travel and assist other Deriva Energy Sustainable Solution solar facilities when needed
Qualification
Required
High school/GED
In addition to the High School/GED requirement, the ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year
High school diploma/GED
2 years of related work experience
Completed Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy
Valid driver's license
Complete initial training in Deriva Renewable Academy (DRA)
Preferred
Associates or Technical degree in Electrical Construction and Maintenance
Completion of a Solar training program
1+ years of related work experience
Additional years of wind turbine or solar experience
Experience with multiple solar supplier technology
High voltage and sub-station maintenance experience
Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment
Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with matching
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Company
Deriva Energy
Deriva Energy generates electricity from renewable resources in the transition to cleaner energy.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$424MKey Investors
Principal Asset ManagementCapital One
2025-05-19Debt Financing· $127M
2024-10-01Debt Financing· $207M
2023-06-12Acquired
Leadership Team
John Clapp
Chief Executive Officer
Russell Young
Chief Operating Officer
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