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RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Non-Exempt
The Solar Farm Technician II is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance across all scopes of an operating power plant. This includes civil, mechanical, and electrical inspection and repair, as well as instrumentation and control (I&C). The role also involves operational duties such as monitoring, controlling, and trending, ensuring proactive work to maximize productivity and generation with a focus on safety and maximizing generation, and ensuring proactive work is prioritized and completed.
Role Responsibilities:
Test, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV electrical and mechanical equipment
Ensure that all tasks are performed safely and by site operating procedures
Complete Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), JSA's, Permit to Work, and job-specific documentation that is required to conduct inspection, maintenance, and repairs in a safe manner
Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job job-appropriate processes and procedures
Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet reporting requirements
Perform balance of plant and switchyard work as required
Monitor the activities of maintenance contractors and ensure corrective actions where appropriate
Perform electrical testing as necessary, including insulation and thermal testing
Document all work and generate reports as necessary
Use Microsoft Office for communication, presentation, and documentation
Use computer software in support of maintenance and troubleshooting
Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the environment
At times, may assist with BOP activities
Respond quickly to emergencies or situations requiring immediate troubleshooting and corrective actions
Ensure site access, site HSE, security, deliveries, and inspections are performed by site protocols
Interface with any 3rd party contractors working at our facilities
Available to respond to nontraditional operating hours for operations, maintenance, and emergent issues, including emergent abnormal operating conditions, execution of maintenance, tracking work orders, resolution of O&M issues
Operate mobile equipment, including mowers, forklifts, tractors, excavators, and motor vehicles
Professionally represent the company with contractor and vendor relations, as well as during partnership opportunities within the community
All other duties as assigned
Job Requirements and Experiences:
High School diploma or equivalent required
An Associate degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited US school other than correspondence or internet is preferred
Current Nevada State PV Installers licence
NABCEP Certfication or Electrical License preferred
An unrestricted driver's license in good standing required
Minimum 2 years' work experience as a maintenance electrician (commercial or industrial), or 4 years of experience as a multi-craft maintenance technician performing electrical work on operating equipment; or 2 years' experience in operations and maintenance of power generation, transmission, or distribution
Experience in solar operations and maintenance a plus
Skilled in power plant operations, electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance as well as substation maintenance
Must be competent in power plant safety protocols
Must be competent in electrical safety
Must be competent in understanding the NEC
Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools
Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures
Ability to work within tight deadlines and evolving schedules
Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned, including supporting other sites
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Routine operation of a computer/tablet and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Complete required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe
First aid/CPR/AED
OSHA Certified
Shift work
Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable and trainable
Adaptive to new technologies and methods
Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and look beyond the work task concerning discovering new opportunities for corrective work
Physical Requirements:
This position is a field-based role that involves some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the work day
Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to and over 50 lbs.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.
Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91914. Any questions? Contact HR: rwe_americas_recruiting@rwe.com (rwece_recruiting@rwe.com)
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.
At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.