OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE SOLAR TECHNICIAN

Company: ARCH SOLAR INC
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

INTRODUCTION -AND FUNCTIONAL ROLE - The -O&M Solar -Technician will -assist -with operation, inspection, and maintenance of site equipment and systems in a safe, -reliable, efficient, and environmentally correct manner. -The -O&M -Technician shall be proficient in -MSDS -safety culture and industry safety regulations. -The ideal candidate will completely support the safe and reliable start-up, operation, shutdown, and maintenance of the solar PV facility's equipment and systems. -In addition, the -O&M -Tech will -assist -in troubleshooting and repairs of mechanical equipment, -electrical equipment, and instrumentation. -The -O&M -Technician will perform all duties in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. -POSITION DATA -

• Position Title - -O&M -Solar -Technician
• Hourly wages, -$22-$30/hr based -on -experience/abilities -(Merit based wage plan) -
• Fair Labor Standards Act Status -- -Non-Exempt -(Hourly) - - REQUIREMENTS -& PRINCIPAL DUTIES -
  • Become proficient with customer's site and Industry Safety Programs and standards. -
  • Stop unsafe work, report and correct unsafe conditions or hazards. - -
  • Must be able to react and remedy production related issues as they arise in the field. -
  • Commission PV Systems, including but not limited to; insulation testing, I-V curve testing, thermal imagery, -torque tests and performance evaluations. -
    • Troubleshoot PV system performance issues and locate & isolate ground faults. -
    • Perform OEM testing, troubleshooting, repairs and upgrades/revision to a broad range -of equipment in the -renewable industry. -
    • Ability to read plan sets and perform take off for ordering materials. -
    • Monitor, obtain, and review data from instrumentation located -throughout -the site, looking for variances that are outside normal operating -parameters. Reviews logs and documents and reports discrepancies. - -
    • Perform consumption meter installations. -
      • Ability to answer customer questions pertaining to system -performance -after solar has been -installed. -
      • Monitor customer production using multiple tools and -websites; -SolarEdge, Enlighten, etc. -
      • Educate and answer questions for new and existing customers on how solar PV systems perform and -operate. -
      • Assist with equipment warranty and vendor RMA processes for -customers. -
      • When necessary, assist with handling incoming service calls along with timely case follow-up in a manner which "wows" the customer with positive energy, proficiency and professionalism which ultimately instills confidence that our -customer's service problems will be resolved. -
        • Troubleshoot and repair ground faults, down strings, down inverters, down internet monitors, and bad panels. -
        • Perform service work, document equipment including serial numbers, and perform inspections on systems. -
        • Provide feedback to sales/design/install -teams -for best practice improvement. -
        • Install and configure monitoring equipment after commissioning and train homeowners on how to use. -
        • Track, update and close service requests within a customer relationship management (CRM) system. -
          • Assist and perform -routine -maintenance of site -equipment -and respond to variances. -
          • Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical wiring using hand tools and power tools. -
          • Understanding and ability to expand in solar storage installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. -
          • Operate and maintain company vehicles, mobile equipment -and/or -tools. - -
          • Willing and available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime. - - - QUALIFICATIONS -
            • Ability to work -safely -
            • Valid Driver's license -
              • Highly detailed individual who enjoys problem solving -
              • Excellent -verbal, written and communication -skills -
              • Positive attitude -and appetite to learn -and -think out of the -box -
              • Ability to quickly adjust to change in a fasted paced -environment -
              • Must be highly -organized & have the ability to -multi-task, set priorities and mange own schedule
              • Ability to read basic electrical one-line and plot plan drawings and use manufacturer technical manuals
                • Strong understanding of solar PV design, installation, and troubleshooting
                • Excellent team workign skills - ability to foster a positive team environment through collaborative decision making
                • Demonstrate honesty and trustworthiness in work relationships
                • Strong computer skills, Microsoft Suite
                • Ability to be flexible with occasional travel/overnight needs - EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE -
                  • High School Diploma -
                  • Practical knowledge of electrical systems, solar electric systems and their components -
                    • Networking background or basic understanding including installing and configuring routers, Wi-Fi adapters, -repeaters, hardwiring, Ethernet adapters, and web monitoring -equipment - - PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -
                      • The majority of work is performed outside in hot and cold temperatures, and variable types of weather -conditions -and -various types -of tools and equipment being utilized.
                      • Position entails climbing stairs, working at heights (possibly several -times per shift), -standing for -long periods -of time, operating objects, -tools -or controls, reaching with hands and arms, lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds (25 kg) overhead and 75 pounds (35 kg) from the floor to 36 inches (1 meter). - - -
                        • Solar site environment includes exposure to hazards associated with -high temperature -equipment and systems, gas, low/medium/high voltage electricity, confined spaces, power and hand tools, dust; may be regularly subject to external environmental conditions such as cold, heat, -dust, snow -and -noise -from equipment. -
                        • Noise levels are moderately loud and may vary throughout the site. - - - - REPORTING STRUCTURE
                          • Arch Solar, Inc - Director
                          • Arch Solar, Inc - PV Foreman - BENEFITS
                            • Retirement plan -
                            • Health benefits -
                            • Flexible schedule - -

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