Solar Technician - Jackson Solar Job at Geronimo Power, Jackson County, MI

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  • Geronimo Power
  • Jackson County, MI

Job Description

Geronimo Power (formerly National Grid Renewables) develops, owns and operates large-scale  power assets throughout America’s Heartland, including solar, wind and energy storage. As a farmer-founded and community-focused business, Geronimo Power equips landowners and rural communities with sustainable revenue to ignite local economic growth.  Geronimo Power is a portfolio company managed by Brookfield Asset Management. To learn more about Geronimo Power, visit  geronimopower.com or follow the company on  .  

 

The technician, based out of Jackson County, MI   provides the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment at utility scale Solar power generation plants, and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager. Responsibilities

  • Ensure strict management and compliance of all company and project environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs.
  • Operate and maintain equipment, including HV equipment, combiner systems, Inverters, pad mount transformers, control panels, MET stations, tracker systems, etc.
  • Provide quality assessments and quality control of the work performed by all third-party contractors.
  • Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical control systems and components.
  • Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements. Includes PV panels, inverter components, string inverters, Met Tower equipment, tracker components, control panels, or other.
  • Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance manuals.
  • Adhere to effective internal controls.
  • Set up sites for proper tooling, inventory, spare parts, and other equipment necessary to perform efficiently and effectively.
  • Assist the Plant Manager with administration of warranties. Submit and track warranty claims.  Track all on loan parts and reconcile with appropriate parties.
  • Assist with capital improvement programs and retrofits.
  • Assist with vegetation management as needed and determined by the Plant Manager.
  • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule. May require working short notice at times outside normal business hours - Including nights, weekends, or holidays.
  • Occasional travel to maintain efficient operations of the equipment and fleet sites.

Qualifications

· Minimum of 3 years of related experience or power industry training.

· Demonstrated experience in solar facility operations and maintenance including a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a broad range of renewable or other power generation development, design, permitting, construction, or operations.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

· Computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools. 

· Valid Driver's License & ability to work in adverse weather conditions.  

· Ability to take and pass a fit for duty physical.

· Ability to work around low and medium voltage.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

· Knowledge of equipment required for facility maintenance. 

· Proficiency in interpretation of electrical schematics and prints.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following: 

  • Experience in Solar plant operations or related power plant operations.
  • Master or Journeyman electrical license certified through the state of Ohio.
  • Experience in high voltage maintenance and switching & ability to run test equipment for troubleshooting.
  • Experience establishing and improving preventative maintenance programs.
  • Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of fit for duty physical & background check.

Pay Range for the posted level: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour
We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, For contractors, Local area, Night shift,

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