Solar Operations & Maintenance Technician, Level 3

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Ensure that all work is conducted in compliance with safety regulations and protocols.

• Review and confirm that appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is available and utilized correctly.

• Develop PLOTO and LOTO Switch plans for necessary approvals.

• Serve as the work leader for Pre-Job Briefs, Job Safety Analysis, Personal LOTO, and switch plan LOTO.

• Lead thorough inspections of solar energy facilities.

• Create and execute preventative maintenance initiatives.

• Oversee and mentor junior technicians on inspection and maintenance practices.

• Diagnose and resolve complex system challenges, including grid integration and communication issues.

• Employ advanced diagnostic tools and software to identify and rectify system performance concerns.

• Formulate and apply corrective action strategies.

• Generate and maintain detailed documentation of inspections, maintenance activities, and repairs.

• Prepare technical reports and presentations intended for management review.

• Keep abreast of industry developments and emerging technologies.

• Offer technical direction and mentorship to junior technicians.

• Participate in the creation of training materials and procedural guidelines.

⛳️ Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in the solar sector or a related electrical field.

• Valid Colorado Journeyman Electrician license issued by the DORA State Electrical Board.

• An associate's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline is preferred.

• Certifications in OSHA 30-hour and NFPA 70e are required.

• FAA Part 107 Certification (or demonstrated proficiency in operating drones for aerial thermographic purposes).

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, solar energy technologies, and grid-tied systems.

• Skilled in using diagnostic tools such as I/V Curve Tracers, Meggers, and Isolation testers.

• Capability to read and interpret intricate electrical schematics and engineering diagrams.

• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Performance bonuses of up to 8% paid out annually.

• Company vehicle, credit card, vehicle maintenance card, tools, and equipment provided.

• Company-supplied PPE and Fire Resistant clothing kit, which includes bibs, jackets, pants, and shirts.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the company covering 80% of health insurance premiums.

• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 7.5%.

• Paid time off accrued each pay period, totaling 120 hours per year (for years 0–2), 160 hours (for years 3–9), and 200 hours (for 10+ years), along with 11 paid holidays.

• Eight weeks of paid parental leave.

• Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance at a value equal to one times your annual salary.

• Company-funded certifications and training, including OSHA, NFPA 70e/70b, FAA Part 107, and the O&M Tech course series.

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 annually for approved educational programs.