About This Career Path
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
Industrial Technology & Skilled Trades
Install or repair solar energy systems designed to collect, store, and circulate solar-heated water for residential, commercial or industrial use.
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Average
$55,470
ANNUAL
$26.67
HOURLY
Entry Level
$29,480
ANNUAL
$14.18
HOURLY
Mid Level
$48,370
ANNUAL
$23.26
HOURLY
Expert Level
$78,940
ANNUAL
$37.95
HOURLY
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
01
Test operation or functionality of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and control systems.
02
Apply weather seal, such as pipe flashings and sealants, to roof penetrations and structural devices.
03
Install solar collector mounting devices on tile, asphalt, shingle, or built-up gravel roofs, using appropriate materials and penetration methods.
04
Install copper or plastic plumbing using pipes, fittings, pipe cutters, acetylene torches, solder, wire brushes, sand cloths, flux, plastic pipe cleaners, or plastic glue.
05
Identify plumbing, electrical, environmental, or safety hazards associated with solar thermal installations.
06
Demonstrate start-up, shut-down, maintenance, diagnostic, and safety procedures to thermal system owners.
07
Install circulating pumps using pipe, fittings, soldering equipment, electrical supplies, and hand tools.
08
Install flat-plat, evacuated glass, or concentrating solar collectors on mounting devices, using brackets or struts.
09
Install solar thermal system controllers and sensors.
10
Fill water tanks and check tanks, pipes, and fittings for leaks.
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Building and Construction
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
SKILL
Installation
SKILL
Quality Control Analysis
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
ABILITY
Extent Flexibility
ABILITY
Oral Expression
Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.
This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.
Job Description
Solar Technician
Babacomari Solar Energy Center
Location: Huachuca City, AZ
About the Site
The Babacomari Solar Energy Center is a 160MW solar power generation facility located near Huachuca City, AZ, utilizing SMA4400 inverters with ATI tracker technology.
Position Overview
As a Solar Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in operating and maintaining the energy site.
Responsibilities
+ Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment
+ Perform vegetation management, up to operating large equipment to maintain the site per the vegetation management plan.
+ Troubleshoot complicated electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic problems including: Inverter faults, Tracker faults, network communications, ground faults, collection issues, substation issues, and general site performance issues.
+ Understand electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of solar site and associated equipment.
+ Conduct site maintenance daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.
+ The Solar Technician will work a schedule of 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday-Friday (40 hours) and will be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods.
+ Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment
Required Skills
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ One (1) year technical experience (electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
+ Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
+ Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
+ Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
+ Ability to climb / work safely from a portable step ladder
+ Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight
+ Effective communication skills both written and verbal
+ Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
+ Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
+ Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Education and/or Work Experience
+ Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
+ Experience in an industrial environment dealing with machine repair and maintenance (Manufacturing, Automotive, Food Processing, Automation, Facilities) as a maintenance technician, electrician, electronic tech, field engineer or technician, service tech, etc.
+ Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
+ Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
+ Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
+ Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices
+ Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics
+ Proficiency with MS Office suite
Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.
Base Pay
$27.85 - $47.19 USD HourlyBonus: 0% - 10%
The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.
Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Full Time
Industrial Technology & Skilled Trades
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