Lead Solar Technician (Idaho Region)

Job Description:

Overview

Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy and provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S. with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy, is seeking a Lead Technician. Our Solar Technicians are a vital part of our organization, and we take pride in hiring and training the best in the industry. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement.

The Lead Solar Technician is primarily responsible for providing support to multiple Deriva Solar Idaho projects on a continual/on-demand basis and to establish O&M support for new site(s) start-up as well as long term operation and maintenance. It is important to note that each site is unique adding to the complexity of this position.

The sites this role will be responsible for:

Jackpot Solar - Rogerson, ID

Franklin Solar - Rogerson, ID

Black Mesa Solar - Glenns Ferry, ID

Responsibilities

Leads crews of technicians to complete required duties

• •Interact directly with the customer as directed by the manager
• •Train and mentor employees as directed by the manager
• •Oversee and perform operations, planned maintenance, and unplanned maintenance on sub-station equipment

Perform pad mounted transformer switching in accordance with all energy isolation procedures

• •Troubleshoot and communicate warranty issues to the appropriate OEMs
• •Oversee daily work activities including daily, weekly, and monthly reporting needs
• •Diagnose and resolve faults on equipment as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems

Oversee small or large corrective tasks on a solar facility

Work as scheduled during the week and on call as needed or required by manager

Assist in mobilizing crews to complete work

• •Act as the backup to the active manager if requested by the manager
• •Support teammates in solving challenging technical problems

Complete necessary paperwork (work orders, timesheets, tool and PPE inventory, etc.)

Basic Qualifications

High School/GED requirement AND six (6) years or more of related work experience

Internal Candidates: minimum two (2) years or more of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Solar Technician

Desired Qualifications

Associate’s degree in electrical construction and maintenance

Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, and various hand and power tools)

Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance

Working Conditions

Valid driver’s license required

• •Ability to travel to support all Deriva fleet projects
• •Qualified to perform medium/high voltage switching

Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards

Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals, or solvents

Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles

Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually

Walking, climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds

Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)

Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program

This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Attractive Bonus Potential

Additional Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.