Solar Field Technician III - Genesis Solar Plant - Blythe, CA

Requisition ID:  82182 

 

NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

 

Position Specific Description

This position sits within the Power Generation Division which is responsible for all of NextEra Energy's non-nuclear generation operations, exceeding 40,000 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity.

This position is based out of Genesis Solar, located in Blythe, California. The Position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the assigned Solar Field, Solar Collection Assemblies at the Genesis Solar power plants to achieve a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound solar fields for the plant operations. Provides inspection of watch, electrical, mechanical, and electronic trouble shooting within the solar collection assemblies LOC Boxes utilizing a PCE/Lap Top Computer. Solar Field Inspections are performed daily for fluid system breaches, mechanical component breakage and/or Reflective Pannel Breakage and/or Misalignments as well as electrical component failures preventing the production of power to the grid. Maintains all hand and power tools, assigned fleet vehicles, in a clean safe and efficient condition. The position will also include other misc. duties that are aligned and assigned by the Team Leader.

Job Overview

Employees in this entry-level role are responsible for the operation and maintenance of solar collection assemblies on multiple solar power plants to achieve safe, efficient, and environmentally sound plant operations. Successful candidates develop a working knowledge of troubleshooting electrical components and equipment to include the use of digital multi-meters, meggers, and amp clamps.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Under direct supervision: 

• Maintains all tools, shops, vehicles, and work locations in a safe and efficient condition
• Learns to provide inspection of watch, electrical, mechanical, and electronic troubleshooting for a solar field and pipeline
• Supports the daily inspection for fluid system breaches, mechanical component breakage or misalignment, and electrical component failures preventing a collector or groups of collectors from tracking
• Travel to other sites will be required
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Experience: 0+ years
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree

 

The estimated base pay for this position is $51,200.00 to $76,800.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training.

 

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

 

Employee Group:  Non Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization:  NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

 

This position is eligible for Company sponsored benefits. Click here to see our benefits.

 

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodat