One Tech Engineering is looking for a Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician located in St. Cloud, Minnesota. The Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician will perform advanced inspections, preventative maintenance, and core system troubleshooting.
The candidate must be a US citizen or hold a green card. The candidate should have a minimum 2 years of solar or related electrical field experience.
Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:- Lead by example in promoting a safe working culture in the field.
- Safely perform approved hazardous electrical energy control procedures and select the exact PPE required for each task.
- Participate in and actively critique Pre-Job Briefs and Job Safety Analysis (JSA); utilize personal LOTO as a worker, or act as the work leader when approved.
- Perform comprehensive electrical and mechanical inspections of solar energy systems.
- Conduct advanced preventative maintenance tasks, including infrared thermography, insulation resistance testing, and I/V curve tracing.
- Help develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for assigned sites.
- Independently diagnose and troubleshoot system and operational issues.
- Safely operate and troubleshoot in 600Vac and 1500Vdc environments without direct supervision.
- Utilize specialized diagnostic tools and technical root-cause analysis to handle equipment repairs and replacements as needed.
- Create and maintain detailed, accurate documentation of inspections, maintenance, and repairs with minimal oversight.
- Prepare clear technical reports and actionable equipment recommendations for the Team Lead.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices, safety updates, and emerging technologies.
- Share knowledge, technical expertise, and supportive guidance with junior technicians on-site.
- Contribute to improving the quality, clarity, and safety content of company training materials.
- Assist team members and perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the solar industry or a related electrical field.
- Demonstrated understanding of electrical systems, solar energy principles, and grid-tied systems.
- Familiar with using specialized diagnostic tools such as I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers.
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) is preferred.
- FAA Part 107 Certification (and familiarity operating drones for aerial thermographic purposes).
- OSHA 30-hour and NFPA 70e certifications are preferred.
- Strong analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to work independently and lead by example when collaborating with junior technicians.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
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