SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.
Job Description Summary:
The Technical Service Technician level 1 is responsible for supporting PV corrective maintenance and repairs, on SE projects as well as supporting third party repairs and repowers with labor support.Job Description:
*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Direct and take responsibility for safety regulations and work procedures for the team
Understand, follow, and communicate safety regulations and work procedures
Coordinates both 3rd party and SOLV O&M repairs.
Creates value added services to existing contractual work.
Field installation of electrical components.
Train and support various regions in PV installations.
Ability to travel at least 50% of the year.
Support SOLV sites with various O&M needs.
Implement repairs to unfamiliar solar equipment, systems, and plants with a minimum amount of training and familiarization safely
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent
Demonstrate advanced computer operation skills
Advanced working knowledge of protection devices, control devices, power supplies, loads, conductors, inverters and transformers
Ability to pass an exam on international and domestic electrical schematics and symbols
Ability to pass an exam on electrical troubleshooting
Valid NFPA 70e Safety Training certification
Remain Current in all safety and technical trainings
Demonstrated ability to be self-sufficient and safe under any conditions
Effective verbal and written English language communication skills
Effective organizational skills
To work well with PM, management, OCC, HV, and Compliance teams
Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather)
Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations)
Ability to work with other techs to be able to complete tasks with these team members
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and ability to operate company vehicle
Ability to assess safety items and issue Stop Work if concerns are raised
Ability to create and adhere to site specific schedules
To know complete site scope and contract
Ability to prioritize levels of response to issues and determine most effective use of resources available
To interact with various Asset managers and owner’s reps, such as creating and running conference calls, onsite meetings, as well as keeping them effectively connected with the operation of their facilities and repairs
Take ownership of the facilities and repairs they oversee, being able to field owner questions and concerns providing assurance of services rendered
Ability to provide detailed costs and services needed to the PM teams for pricing so they can make accurate estimates
Ability to find and work with various vendors, as well as understanding the scopes requested.
Ability to know the safety aspects of having other contractors onsite, and the safety requirements
To know the proper way to handle a security or safety issues, or who to reach out to if these events occur
Ability to train other techs and know their strengths and weaknesses on onsite items as well as other job activities
Work to maintain leadership qualities to inspire the techs and SOLV environment
Strong verbal and written communications
Inverter repairs and major component replacement
Cable terminations both Low voltage and Medium voltage
Fiber optic troubleshooting and repairs
Large crew management and detailed construction scheduling experience
Knowledge of Basic SCADA communications protocol
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals
Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 or more lbs.
Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, and possess depth perception
Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places
The noise intensity level may be high
SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.
Compensation Range:
$31.25 - $38.46
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.
In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.
Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.
If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.