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Invenergy lists this Advanced Solar Technician - Beekman opportunity in bastrop, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Advanced Solar TechnicianHollis Creek Energy CenterMany, LA 71440About the SiteThe Beekman Energy Center is a 185 MW-AC solar powered generation facility that is located at 4908 White Arkansas Road, Bastrop, LA 71220, utilizing SunGrow inverters, NXT Horizon trackers, and Jinko Modules, with attached substation.ResponsibilitiesPerform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on all site solar, substation, and associated equipment.Perform vegetation management, including 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 the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic functions of all components of the solar site and associated equipment.Conduct site maintenance daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment.Work a schedule of 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Monday-Friday (40 hours), and be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime and potential night work. The work schedule may vary during peak maintenance periods.Maintain company tooling, facilities, and equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.Required SkillsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Four (4+) years of experience in renewable energy (solar or wind) operations and maintenance, or eight (8+) years of relevant experience.Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.Willing to support other project sites in the region.Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.Ability to climb and work safely from a portable step ladder.Ability to understand directions, follow procedures, and complete tasks with minimal oversight.Effective written and verbal communication skills.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 ExperienceExperience 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, electronics technician, field engineer, service technician, or similar role.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 the National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard practices.Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams and schematics.Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.This is a safety sensitive position. 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$39.87 - $49.97 USD HourlyBonus: 0% - 10%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.
Worksite address
bastrop, LA, 71220, US
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