Solar Technician

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Solar Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation.

Pay Ranges by Job Level:

Solar Technician I ($60,000 - $73,000)

Solar Technician II ($67,000 - $80,000)

Solar Technician III ($75,000 - $95,000)

What You'll Be Doing

Level I

Assists higher level Technicians in performing maintenance.

Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.

Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.

Participate in required training, including On-the-Job Training, Self-Study, Computer Based Training and Classroom Training.

Performs other duties as assigned within the level I scope

Level II (Additions)

Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform

Performs work independently and/or in work crews

Travel required as needed

Performs other duties as assigned within the level II scope

Level III (Additions)

Executes routine electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting

Performs complex maintenance work such as distributed control systems and inverter troubleshooting as assigned by supervisor based on level of skill and ability

Complete work orders for the preventive maintenance management system

Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on all PV Solar equipment

Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders, while working with Operations Center

Operates all electrical and mechanical PV Solar power plant systems

Participates in training as required, JHA, PJB, LOTO documentation

Writes Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned by supervisor

Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements

Performs other duties as assigned within the level III scope

What You'll Bring

Level I

A high school diploma or GED is required or willing to obtain GED within first 6 months of employment.

Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge.

Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.

Will drive company vehicle; must have a valid state driver’s license and good driving record.

Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends), when needed.

Professionalism and excellent communication skills.

Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.

Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.

Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team.

Level II (Additions)

1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience

2+ 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

Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application

Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities

Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge

Level III (Additions)

4+ years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience.

Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects

Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (Journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application

Knowledge of complex analog and digital instrumentation and control systems

Proper methods for troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting instruments and control systems

Experience administering safe methods to clear equipment, use of tools and plant safety rules

Understanding reporting procedures and practices and maintenance procedures and practices

Knowledge of electrical and mechanical prints

Familiarity with PV Solar plant terminology and nomenclature

Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and Switchyard

Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work

Able to travel (approximately 5%)

If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What Would Be Nice

2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred

No visa sponsorship or any kind of sponsorship for employment authorization is available for this role, now or in the future.

#LI-Onsite

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$50,000 — $95,000 USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

• Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
• Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

• Working at Clearway
• Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing corporate new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees work together from our offices on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events. Our site-based employees collaborate in-person daily to keep our locations operating safely and efficiently while fostering strong relationships within their local communities.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empo