Solar Site Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician I

Onward Energy is hiring a Solar Site Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician I! Read below to learn more!

THE COMPANY

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 64,000 MW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North Americas premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our associates, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Based in New York, Denver, and Charlotte, Onward Energy is a company where people and power are always on. We are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information.

THE CHALLENGE

This position reports to the Site Manager of Renewable Operations Solar. The Solar Site O&M Tech I will be Responsible for assigned aspects of the maintenance and operation of utility scale PV power plant. Duties include supervised monitoring PV Plant operation through SCADA, commissioning, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying AC and DC solar PV systems, including inverters, PV module arrays, transformers, switchgear, and metering systems

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the highest level of health and safety practices on the assigned solar plant.
• Understanding of electrical safety and arc flash standards.
• Ability to follow operating, switching, maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Knowledge of local and national electrical codes.
• Basic understanding of Electrical schematics and prints
• Understanding of electrical principles
• With oversight, able to retrieve relay files and documentation.
• Familiar with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking.
• Proven computer skills in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office Products)
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
• Ensure a safe work environment by strict adherence to company protocols
• Responsible for personal safety, quality and schedule adherence.
• Comply with Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-Job Brief and Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
• With supervision be responsible for a variety of PM work including measuring, reading, testing and performing maintenance procedures on all site components.
• Ensure CMMS work orders are complete in their entirety.
• Ensure all documentation and required reports are reviewed, complete, submitted and filed.
• Communicate cross-functionally across all necessary parts of the organization to achieve resolution to plant issues.
• Attend, participate in, and pass training in safety, environmental, and job qualification assignments.
• Maintain work area and site house cleaning to 5S standards

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbally in English.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Valid U.S. Driver license with acceptable MVR history
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Effective time management and organizational skill; keen multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.

Preferred

• College, technical degree, or military experience

• Electrical certifications, state, journeyman, etc. a plus. One (1) year of work experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation, transmission and/or distribution.

• Demonstrated understanding of power plant, EH&S compliance, operations, and maintenance.
• Safety background with experience in Lockout Tag Out and Job Hazard Analysis.
• Basic level of technical knowledge of PV Inverters and tracking systems.
• Ability to anticipate and accept changes in the organization and adapt to meet new requirements.

THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Hazardous conditions include working in confined spaces, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, exposure to energized electrical equipment, and working in extreme hot and cold conditions.
• The work may require providing first aid/CPR. This requires maintenance of First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• The work will require irregular work hours depending upon the required response of site operations to address the unpredictable needs of the solar plant.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel/composite toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 40 pounds [DB1] on an occasional basis
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures

THE TEAM

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position functions in a smoke and vaping free professional office environment. The role routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptop computer, phone, and scanner/photocopier.

THE TOTAL REWARDS

Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First,

and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.

If you require an accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to [email protected].

EEO STATEMENT:

Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.