Utility Solar Technician II

Miller Bros Solar

  • Full time
  • 2 months ago
  • Itasca,TX
  • OnSite

Job Description

MILLER BROS SOLAR, LLC

JOB TITLE: Solar Technician II – Itasca, Texas

Headquartered in Conshohocken PA, MBS operates 2.5GW + of both Distributed Generation (DG), Utility Scale PV plants and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across 29 states in North America. Our dedicated team aims to exceed our client expectations, control costs, and enable power plants under our management to achieve expected ROIs. Through meticulous customer- focused operations, financial decision-making procedures, and 24/7/365 availability, MBS provides a full wrap of O&M services tailored to our partners’ needs. MBS is an equal opportunity employer.

JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

To perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations safely and efficiently for the assigned 158 MW solar power facility located in Itasca, TX. Our solar technicians are responsible for the operations and maintenance of the solar power systems as well as provide ongoing monitoring, data collection, troubleshooting and repair services to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions of The Job

Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
Respond to dispatches to sites for troubleshooting equipment malfunctions / failures.
Document site issues and resolutions.
Prepare timely reports.
Record time as required in software systems.
Participate in meetings, in person or remotely.
Ensure that work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.
Perform work independently and/or in work crews.
Travel to sites as requested; occasional distance or overnight travel.
Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements

2-yr technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualification preferred.

Competencies Needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of electrical equipment – including solar modules, combiner boxes, inverters, pv wiring harness, 35kv underground cable and high voltage substations.
Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Understanding of general workplace safety and ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.
Excellent hands-on abilities with strong technical skills.

Skills to also include schematics, electrical systems, photovoltaic systems, programmable logic controllers, and high voltage.

Strong people skills.
Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all site individuals.
Strong collaborator, assisting others when necessary and appropriate.
Open and honest communication style.
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with others in varying position levels.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
Ability to effectively summarize information for key decision makers.

Emotional intelligence.
Professionalism.
Strong work ethic.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to approach new challenges with creativity.
Ability and initiative to solve problems, adding value to the company.
Responsive.

Strong computer and software skills Microsoft Office programs and aptitude for learning new software programs.

Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights) as required.
Travel required as needed.

Minimum Experience and Special Requirements

One or more years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience.
Two-plus years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience.
Experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects.

Work Environment

Normal plant and/or office environment, including working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures, and high humidity areas.
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 personal protective safety equipment (i.e., respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, and more).
May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals.
Occasionally requires lifting to perform duties and responsibilities. (See physical and mental requirements.)

Reasonable Accommodation for Disability

Any employee, who believes that a reasonable accommodation is required for purposes of federal or state disability law is required to contact Human Resources to begin the interactive exchange process.

Disclaimer

The Employee is an at-will Employee subject to termination (with or without cause) or resignation at any time.

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees, assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

Applicable state laws will apply.

Miller Bros. Solar, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact [email protected] for application inquiries.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 – $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Have you ever had to troubleshoot a ground fault?
  • What is the largest utility-scale solar site you have or currently work on?

Experience:

  • Electrical: 2 years (Required)
  • Commercial Solar O&M: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Itasca, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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