What The Role Is
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Solar Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation.
Pay Ranges by Job Level:

Solar Technician I ($54,000 - $77,000)
Solar Technician II ($62,000 - $88,000)
Solar Technician III ($88,000 - $107,000)
What You'll Be Doing
Level I

Assists higher level Technicians in performing maintenance.

<h2 class="lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-0 jdesc-section-header"><span style="color: rgb(0, 20, 60);">What The Role Is</span></h2>
<p>Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Solar Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, servicing, and repairing solar PV systems and associated equipment. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable solar PV operation.&nbsp;</p>
<p><u>Pay Ranges by Job Level:</u></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Solar Technician I ($54,000 - $77,000)</p>
<p>Solar Technician II ($62,000 - $88,000)</p>
<p>Solar Technician III ($88,000 - $107,000)</p>
<h2 class="lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-1 jdesc-section-header"><span style="color: rgb(0, 20, 60);">What You&#39;ll Be Doing</span></h2>
<p>Level I</p>
<ul>
<li>Assists higher level Technicians in performing maintenance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Performs other technical and administrative duties associated with operating and maintaining a power facility.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Participate in required training, including On-the-Job Training, Self-Study, Computer Based Training and Classroom Training.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned within the level I scope</li>
</ul>
<p>Level II (Additions)</p>
<ul>
<li>Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to safely and efficiently perform</li>
<li>Performs work independently and/or in work crews</li>
<li>Travel required as needed</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned within the level II scope</li>
</ul>
<p>Level III (Additions)</p>
<ul>
<li>Executes routine electrical troubleshooting and repair, instrumentation calibration and troubleshooting</li>
<li>Performs complex maintenance work such as distributed control systems and inverter troubleshooting as assigned by supervisor based on level of skill and ability</li>
<li>Complete work orders for the preventive maintenance management system</li>
<li>Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on all PV Solar equipment</li>
<li>Prepares and implements switching and clearance orders, while working with Operations Center</li>
<li>Operates all electrical and mechanical PV Solar power plant systems</li>
<li>Participates in training as required, JHA, PJB, LOTO documentation</li>
<li>Writes Plant Orders, Plant Procedures, Operating Instructions and other documents as assigned by supervisor</li>
<li>Ensures work is performed in accordance with Environmental and Safety requirements</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned within the level III scope</li>
</ul>
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<p>Level I</p>
<ul>
<li>A high school diploma or GED is required or willing to obtain GED within first 6 months of employment.</li>
<li>Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge.</li>
<li>Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards, as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.</li>
<li>Will drive company vehicle; must have a valid state driver’s license and good driving record.</li>
<li>Ability to work overtime and non-standard working hours (nights, holidays, weekends), when needed.</li>
<li>Professionalism and excellent communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to operate a computer with technical proficiency of standard business software.</li>
<li>Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.</li>
<li>Able to work both independently and as part of a multi-tasking team.</li>
</ul>
<p>Level II (Additions)</p>
<ul>
<li>1+ years of experience in a power plant or PV Solar O&M/EPC experience</li>
<li>2+ years of field experience with significant I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable solar experience</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and associated control devices installed in power facilities</li>
<li>Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Level III (Additions)</p>
<ul>
<li>4+ years of PV solar experience is required. I&E, I&C and/or C&I Electrician experience will be considered in lieu of applicable experience.</li>
<li>Proven experience with a multitude of electrical/construction projects</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (Journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid state theory application</li>
<li>Knowledge of complex analog and digital instrumentation and control systems</li>
<li>Proper methods for troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting instruments and control systems</li>
<li>Experience administering safe methods to clear equipment, use of tools and plant safety rules</li>
<li>Understanding reporting procedures and practices and maintenance procedures and practices</li>
<li>Knowledge of electrical and mechanical prints</li>
<li>Familiarity with PV Solar plant terminology and nomenclature</li>
<li>Qualified to perform routine and emergency operations at a solar generation facility and Switchyard</li>
<li>Able to communicate verbally and in writing and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work</li>
<li>Able to travel (approximately 5%)</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-3 jdesc-section-header"><span style="color: rgb(0, 20, 60);">What Would Be Nice</span></h2>
<ul>
<li>2-year technical degree or equivalent Journeyman certification/qualifications is preferred</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).</strong></p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(236, 240, 241);">#LI-Onsite</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.</p></div><div class="title">Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$54,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$107,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Clearway Energy Group</strong> is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.</p>
<p><strong>Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion<br></strong>Clearway Energy Group’s vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.<br><br><strong>Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together<br></strong>Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing corporate new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events. Our site-based employees collaborate in-person daily to keep our locations operating safely and efficiently while fostering strong relationships within their local communities.&nbsp;<br><br>Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.<br><br><span class="tvm-operation__underline"><strong>What We Provide<br></strong></span>Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our <a href="https://benefitsatclearway.com/" target="_blank">Benefits Website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Notice to Applicants</strong><br>Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with <a href="https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf">equal&nbsp;employment&nbsp;laws</a>, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruiting@clearwayenergy.com">recruiting@clearwayenergy.com</a> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</p>
<p>All official communication regarding this position will come only from an email address ending with @clearwayenergy.com. If you receive outreach from any other email address claiming to represent Clearway Energy, please do not respond, as it is fraudulent.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.clearwayenergygroup.com/california-consumer-protection-act-applicant-notice/">Notice to California Applicants</a><br>Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf">equal&nbsp;employment&nbsp;laws</a>,&nbsp;ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.</p></div>

Clearway Energy Group

Solar Technician

About Clearway Energy Group 
Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., we own and operate 11.5 gigawatts of renewable and conventional energy assets across the country. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new renewable energy projects for the future, Clearway’s 9 gigawatts of operating wind, solar, and energy storage assets offset the equivalent of more than 10 million metric tons of carbon emissions for our customers today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Carlsbad, Calif.; Scottsdale, Ariz.; Denver; Houston; and Princeton, N.J. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

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