Technician- Maintenance II USA (A Crew)

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.  

Basic Job Functions:  

• Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance of the facility, equipment, and grounds, in a timely and cost-efficient manner. 

Education/Experience: 

• High school diploma/GED and 3+ years maintenance experience OR 

• High school diploma/GED and 5+; years of experience in a related field OR 

• High school diploma/GED and 2-year technical school & 3+ years’ experience 

• Journeyman’s Card from an accredited apprentice ship program preferred. 

Required Skills/Competencies: 

• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment. 

• Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). 

• Knowledge of CMMS is a plus but not required if coming in from the outside. Internal candidates need to know the CMMS system. 

• Project Leader experiences a plus. 

• Proven Communications Skills. 

• Ability to read prints and suggest modifications as required. 

• Proven Electro/Mechanical skills. 

• Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Vacuum Systems and Robotic. 

• Ability to follow Safe Work Practices. 

• Full understanding of LOTO. 

• Ability to work independently with no supervision. 

• Capable of troubleshooting to the systems level. 

• Full knowledge of all PM’s. 

• Must be capable of pulling reports and entering data or pass downs into/from the CMMS system. 

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Accomplishes daily assignments as scheduled and as directed. 

• Performs the on-site service and repair of equipment. 

• Must meet at least 90% of Estimated Repair Times 

• Collaborates with other departments. 

• Follows standard OSHA, EPA, and Company safe practices on all work assignments. 

• Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings. 

• May be asked to train other employees. 

• If no tech III is available may be asked to fill in as Team Lead. 

• Ability to read electrical & mechanical drawings and technical manuals. 

• Responsible for adherence to all safety procedures, good housekeeping standards, and the wearing of PPE. 

• Notify EHS Department if there are questions or concerns with the management of hazardous waste. 

• Responsible to manage waste generated from any work that is performed. 

• Other duties as assigned.  

• Job description subject to change at any time. 

Reporting Relationships: 

• This position will not have direct reports. 

Travel: 

•  No travel is required. 

Estimated Salary Range: 

• $23.37 - $32.72 

US Physical Requirements:  

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day. 

• Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis. 

• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction. 

• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis. 

• Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis. 

• Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis. 

• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis. 

• 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees is required. 

• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis. 

• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis. 

• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures. 

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles