Senior Solar Technician

General Purpose of Work. Performs, with minimal supervision, duties including but not limited to: inspection, installation, evaluation, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic systems.

General Duties – All in Regards to Working on Solar Photovoltaic Systems.

• May be assigned to lead and direct the work of other Solar Technicians.
• Applies safe work practices and follows MGE safety procedures without direct supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with systems emergency procedures.
• Demonstrated competence and skill in operation and maintenance of solar photovoltaic systems.
• Monitors and is aware of the physical and electrical condition of systems.
• Reviews and updates procedures.
• Commissions completed solar projects.
• Performs site visits to confirm solar designs.
• Troubleshoots solar projects and performs basic steps to fix potential problems.
• Works with city inspectors to obtain final inspection sign-offs.   
• Regularly assesses and apprises supervisor regarding functionality of equipment and reports malfunctions that may affect safety, reliability, or load capability as soon as practicable.
• Performs various routine operational and maintenance-related duties including predictive and preventative maintenance activities.
• Performs off-line and on-line function tests and monitors performance.
• Reviews design drawings, relay settings, and other site-specific diagrams.
• Demonstrated experience with activities associated with the regulatory system compliance.
• Provides site tours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications.  The target candidate for this position is a range of installation personnel including but not limited to:  installers, project managers, and designers who possess the following qualifications:

• Must be a member of North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).
• Associate’s Degree in Solar Technology or equivalent job experience.
• Master Electrician.
• Installation Professional Certification preferred.
• Minimum of three years related experience.
• Must have and keep a valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
• Strong communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented approach to all work performed.
• Must be able to work independently.

Knowledge and Skills to be Acquired.

• Must demonstrate good tact, poise, and a courteous, competent manner in relationships with customers.
• Must demonstrate specific knowledge of solar photovoltaic systems.
• Must demonstrate excellent ability to diagnose trouble in equipment.
• Must demonstrate good initiative, good work planning, and organization of own work.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

About MGE 

MGE generates and distributes electricity to 163,000 customers in Dane County, Wisconsin, and purchases and distributes natural gas to 176,000 customers in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties. MGE is a regulated utility subsidiary of the investor-owned public utility holding company MGE Energy, Inc. MGE's roots in the Madison area date back more than 150 years.

An industry leader, MGE was among the first utilities nationwide to commit to net-zero carbon electricity by 2050, consistent with global climate science. Your community energy company is investing in a more sustainable future for the benefit of all our customers, investors, and employees. As your community energy company, we are committed to this area and its people. We take responsibility to: 

• Plan and provide a safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy supply that balances the needs and values of those we serve. 
• Provide information and education to serve our customers and stakeholders and help inform their energy decisions. 
• Preserve and protect our environment while providing affordable, reliable energy. 
• Encourage and support economic and business development to keep our economy strong and vibrant. 
• Engage in open and honest dialogue, partnership, and collaboration to best serve our customers and the broader community.

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