Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians

Solar Technician

Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a Solar Technician to join our team.

The Solar Technician will maintain and service utility-scale solar and battery storage facilities. The technician must be competent and qualified to work on electrical and/or mechanical components of Renewable assets.

We are excited to provide careers in Renewables and are committed to being the best employer possible.

What you'll be doing as a Solar Technician:

+ Follow all Health and Safety policies to maintain a zero-incident workplace

+ Complete routine safety documentation before every job including tailgate meetings, electrical work permits, etc.

+ Technical troubleshooting & preventative maintenance activities to maximize performance/production

+ Energization/de-energization procedures

+ Follow & implement LOTO plans & procedures

+ Interpret schematics and blueprints

+ Quality assurance checklists and inspections to document deficiencies and identify corrective actions needed

+ Follow OEM specific maintenance requirements in addition to company standards and industry best practices i.e. NETA MTS, CSA Z463, NFPA 70E, etc.

+ Daily digital reporting and documentation of all work performed

+ Work in a team-based environment and independently whereas necessary

+ Participation in on-call weekend services on a rotating schedule

+ Identify and provide feedback to issues and ongoing development of projects

+ Willing to work overtime as needed

+ Keep the sites looking clean and safe– buildings, vegetation, fences, gates, roads, etc.

+ Ensure spare parts inventory is organized and clean

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks:

+ Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial and institutional

+ Competitive hourly wages

+ Benefits (health, vision, dental)

+ 401K contribution, up to 3% match

+ Continuous training and skills improvement including Spark U and external training

+ Hands-on and supportive leadership team

+ Employee referral bonus program

+ Monthly cell phone allowance

+ All travel, training, workwear & PPE paid for

+ Corporate discounts (hotels, travel, insurance, retail..)

+ …much more

Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for:

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Post-secondary education with an electrical or mechanical base is an asset

+ State certified Journeyman license an asset

+ Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) an asset

+ Valid Driver's License with clean driving record

+ Must be able to lift 75lb

+ Positive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn

+ Digital literacy (proficiency with mobile apps and various software: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Report writing)

+ Electrical & mechanical aptitude and experience

+ Attention to detail

+ Ability to work with a team mentality and liaise with customers to ensure quality of service

+ Work in adverse weather conditions and extreme temperatures

+ Firm commitment to safety

Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers' Trusted Partner in Power™. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers' operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

B.H. Inc. of Dateland, AZ. is looking to hire multiple Solar Technicians to assist in our Instrumentation & Electrical, while adhering to all current safety standards. Laborers also have the opportunity to learn from highly skill team members. Are you a laborer who is looking to take your career to the next level with a company that has an outstanding company culture and team atmosphere? If so, keep reading!

As a Solar Technician, you will earn $20-25 per hour that is paid weekly. Qualified applicants may be eligible for per diem. The schedule for this position varies but is typically over 50-60 hours per week. You will also be eligible for benefits including health insurance. If this sounds like the opportunity that you've been looking for, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Strong work ethic

+ Willingness to learn

+ Solar panel battery experience

ABOUT B.H. INC.

Brad Haslem started BHI with just six other people in 1998. What started as an electrical company that operated out of a one bay shop, is now a powerhouse of a general contractor, focusing not only on instrumentation and electrical, but adding civil & excavation, facilities & pipeline, construction management, and wireless & communications. With projects and offices located across the United States, BHI is a name that is recognized and respected in the industries we serve.

We are a group of highly motivated, aggressive, goal-oriented individuals, who love working as a team and growing our organization. We look at each other as family, not merely co-workers who punch the same clock. We firmly believe that our core responsibility is to develop people and provide for families. Here at BHI, we have a positive work environment and offer great pay and generous benefits.

Do you have strong communication skills? Are you detail-oriented? Are you growth-oriented? Are you efficient? Do you take pride in your work? Are you attentive to safety? Do you have great customer service skills? If so, please apply today!

EEO including disability and vets.

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**Solar Technician**

Dateland, Arizona, United States

**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 ($54,000 - $77,000)

Solar Technician II ($62,000 - $88,000)

Solar Technician III ($88,000 - $107,000)

**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

+ CDL License

**Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).**

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

$54,000-$107,000USD

**Clearway Energy Group** is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., we own and operate 10 gigawatts of renewable and conventional energy assets across the country. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new renewable energy projects for the future, Clearway’s 8 gigawatts of operating wind, solar, and energy storage assets offset the equivalent of more than 9 million metric tons of carbon emissions for our customers today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Carlsbad, CA.; Scottsdale, AZ.; Houston, TX; Denver, CO; and Princeton, NJ. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

**Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion**

At Clearway, we create a community that isn’t about being the same – it’s about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway’s team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done.

**Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together**

Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, Carlsbad, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

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 empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military & Veterans.

**What We Provide**

Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website (https://benefitsatclearway.com/) .

**Notice to Applicants**

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notice to California Applicants (https://www.clearwayenergygroup.com/california-consumer-protection-act-applicant-notice/)

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.