One Tech Engineering is looking for a Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician located in Bangor, Maine. The Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician will be leading complex inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs, and mentoring technicians.
The candidate must be a US citizen or hold a green card. The candidate should have at 2-4 years of experience in the solar industry or related electrical field.
Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:
- Ensure work is performed in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
- Review and ensure correct PPE is available and being used properly.
- Create PLOTO and LOTO Switch plans for approval.
- Act as work leader for Pre-Job Briefs, Job Safety Analysis, Personal LOTO, and switch plan LOTO.
- Lead comprehensive inspections of solar power plants.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
- Supervise and train junior technicians on inspection and maintenance procedures.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex system issues, including grid integration and communication problems.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and software to diagnose and address system performance issues.
- Develop and implement corrective action plans.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.
- Skilled in Work Order documentation; provide oversight and direction in documentation to junior technicians.
- Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians.
- Contribute to the development of training materials and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements for the Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician:
- 2–4 years of experience in the solar industry or a related electrical field.
- Must have a Master Electrician License.
- Associate's degree in electrical engineering or a related field preferred.
- OSHA 30-hour and NFPA 70e certifications.
- FAA Part 107 Certification (or proficiency operating Drones for Aerial Thermographic purposes).
- Proficient knowledge of electrical systems, solar energy technologies, and grid-tied systems.
- Proficient in the use of diagnostic tools such as I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers.
- Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior technicians in the field.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.