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Solar Technicians
ENGIEUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Sept 2024
About the role
ENGIE North America is growing, as we continue to lead the energy transition.
We are looking to network with talented Solar Technicians in the East Coast area.
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What You Can Expect
- Your daily responsibilities begin with accessing tasks via SCADA, Maximo, or various SAP software systems and repairing, troubleshooting, and fulfilling technical repair work orders for solar panels. You will manage documentation, update parts inventory, and as well as submit on-site status reports, including daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports, and initiate work orders for equipment repairs.
- Coordination of high voltage switching activities with local utilities and independent system operators (ISO), which includes tasks like substation operations, equipment lockouts and grounding
- Adhere to safety protocols such as conducting Site-Specific Orientations, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and safety meetings
- While you will primarily work independently on-site, there will always be a nearby technician for safety support; the site's team comprises of a site manager, a Balance of Plant technician, and the solar technician. You will also be a part of an on-call rotation for outages and emergencies; therefore, you must reside within 50 miles of the site.
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum two (2) years diploma in a technical program where you have learned AC/ DC electrical theory, understand reading blue prints and schematics, industrial electrical equipment including breaker, disconnects, transformers, contactors
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in Solar generation sites, Wind generation sites
- Manufacturing or Mining operations, or Controls & Industrial Maintenance
- Must have or be willing to obtain certification by AVO as substation technician within 12 months of hire date
- Capacity to be on call as deemed necessary by supervisor
Additional Details
- This is a field position requiring daily travel to client site(s)
- Must be available to travel domestically to other solar plants for emergencies and assist with outages
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record to drive company vehicle on and around the plant
- Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
- The position consists of 30% work indoors and 70% work outdoors; outdoor work may expose the employee to weather conditions
Compensation
- Salary ranges will be included on the formal job posting once a specific level of opportunity is determined and posted
- This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
- Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
- ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary
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