Cleanleaf is seeking a Solar Technician III to join our growing team! The Solar Technician III is one of the most experienced employees in the field, and they are responsible for leading and training any team members assigned to the team. THIS ROLE IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS. Notice to CO, MN, and PA applicants: You may redact schooling dates from your resume before attaching the document to your application. ABOUT THE ROLE Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Demonstrate integrity, strong initiative, work ethic, as well as a focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis • Supervise, lead, and train any Solar Technician I or Solar Technician II team member assigned to work with the Solar Technician III • Perform Preventive Maintenance on solar and battery installations in accordance with Cleanleaf, customer, and OEM standards • Perform Corrective Maintenance on solar and battery installations in accordance with Cleanleaf, customer, and OEM standards, ensuring that the root cause has been identified and corrected • Ensure that work being performed in the area meets or exceeds Cleanleaf O&M standards • Complete assigned tasks safely, correctly, and within the allotted time • Ensure all PPE, tools, and equipment assigned to the employee are accounted for, maintained in good condition, repaired or replaced as required • Interface with SCADA/DAS systems to understand onsite issue with the ability to communicate to both management and customers • Correctly document all work in a Service Visit and Case within Cleanleaf's CMMS. Correct documentation includes proper grammar and spelling, photography, thermal photography, and completion of checklists • Provide technical support for customer issues as requested • Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Area Supervisor or Regional Manager SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Safety is a core value at Cleanleaf, and the Solar Technician III must: • Read, understand and sign all safety procedures • Attend weekly safety meetings • Receive, inspect, and maintain all required PPE • Complete all required safety training • Ensure every safety incident known to the employee is reported timely and accurately • Ensure every safety incident involving the employee is fully investigated, documented and corrective actions are implemented REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes: • High school diploma or equivalent • Must be able to pass a criminal background and motor vehicle record check • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license • Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written • Excellent organizational and leadership skills • Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities • Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation and CMMS systems • Proven experience understanding and implementing OSHA regulations • Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics • Knowledge and understanding of solar plant construction and comprehension of how onsite equipment interacts with the overall plan • Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair SCADA/DAS systems which are used to monitor and report onsite performance • Knowledge of and ability to perform IV Curve tracing, determine if an issue exists and repair it • Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair major solar plant components (e.g. central and string inverters, transformers, combiner and re-combiner boxes, switch gears, PV modules, etc.) • Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot and repair major battery storage components (e.g. central and string inverters, transformers, combiner and re-combiner boxes, switch gears, battery banks, etc.) • Complete courses and maintain advanced inverter certifications • Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined • A passion for renewable energy, addressing the climate crisis, and accelerating the clean energy transformation WORKING CONDITIONS A Solar Technician III will be required to work under the following conditions: • May be required to travel up to 50% of the time • Required to work more than 90% of the time in the field performing Preventive and Corrective Maintenances • Work in a fast-changing environment which may require quick decisions with limited processes and procedures PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position has the following physical requirements: • Ability to drive a vehicle • Ability to stand for long periods of time • Ability to walk distances up to 5 miles in a day • Ability to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and the like, maintaining 3 points of contact • Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound • Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow or slippery surfaces • Required to have visual acuity which includes depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors • Ability to work in outside environments which may include but are not limited to, extreme heat (temperatures above 100℉) or extreme cold (temperatures below 32℉) for periods of more than one hour • Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & CULTURE Cleanleaf uses an internally equitable and externally competitive total cash approach to compensation. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, health, life, and disability insurance; a comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; continuing education and professional development assistance; access Cleanleaf's wellness platform; and a vacation accrual policy for paid time off. The targeted pay scale for this role is $36/hr-$46/hr. Actual compensation will be based on an assessment of factors including the successful candidate's experience, skill, and other job-related factors. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Cleanleaf values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We're actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the renewable energy industry. We seek a diverse candidate pool in this - and every - search. Cleanleaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Cleanleaf complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V. A NOTE TO THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS Cleanleaf's HR team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. Cleanleaf does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the HR team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Cleanleaf. Cleanleaf is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
See More Details >>CS Energy is recruiting Field Engineers for projects throughout the US (primarily on the East Coast). The Field Engineer works alongside Project Operations and Field Management to foster great client relationships, work effectively alongside our employees, and oversee the construction of safe, high quality, profitable, and on schedule renewable projects. This position is responsible for assisting the Assistant Project Manager and Superintendent with shop drawings, submittals, scheduling of subcontractors and materials, meetings, as-built drawings, job cost, procurement, quality checks (inclusive of torque checks) and field operations. The Field Engineer will be assigned to our projects nationally (primarily in the Northeast and Southeast) and must be open to working 100% onsite at our construction site. The Field Engineer travels and often temporarily relocates near project sites. This entry level position that helps prepare an individual for opportunities in Project Management, Estimating and Construction Management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Complies with EHS policies and addresses and/or elevates noncompliance • Performs, documents and communicates EHS and QAQC inspections and results Job Functions • Assists in managing field operations and ensuring all engineering processes are followed. • Generates and manages project submittals, shop drawings, RFI’s and material certifications so all are submitted and approved prior to the start of work. • Performs inspections on all received materials including material receiving reports, over short and damage reports, material release forms and maintain document control of all tasks • Assists APMs and PMs with daily finance functions. Such as Penta, OnBase, Change Orders and Project Buyout • Assists with Supply Chain functions such as vendor set up, working through the procurement process and routing for all CSE purchased material. Produces complete purchase orders after the conditions are approved by the required signatories. • Maintain daily update through project tracker, manage upload of photos and daily reports • Collects and inputs quantity tracking for self-perform and subcontractor work daily • Collects and distributes meeting minutes for all external communication • Attend and participate in all daily huddles • Assist Project Superintendent with new hire paperwork, foreman reports, field inspections and field related tasks • Familiarize themselves with all Subcontractor and Vendor contracts • This position is field based at our project construction sites Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Renewable Engineering, Engineering or other related fields • Working Knowledge of MS Office Suite with strong proficiency in Word and Excel. • Previous internship in solar and/or construction management highly desired • Excellent teamwork, communication, and people skills are essential • Solid time management skills with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast environment • Must have a valid driver’s license • Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate to project construction sites every 3-12 months throughout your region of the United States • The employee will be required to work indoors and outdoors in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry conditions. Use of personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to weather, hazards, and powered equipment is required • All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire. • An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check. • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis • The State of New York requires CS Energy, LLC to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the range for this role is $75,000.00 - $85,000.00. Starting rate of pay may vary based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual's experience and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to CS Energy’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. • CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate. ABOUT US CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 2 GW of solar and 650 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the company’s success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space. We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback. Benefits CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees. • Competitive Salaries • Discretionary Bonus Program • Field Weekend Pay Program • Project Incentive Bonus Program (based on position eligibility) • Per-diem Program for Field Employees ((based on eligibility) • Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card Program (based on position eligibility) • 401K Programs with Employer Matching • Medical & Dental Benefits (Plan options 100% paid by employers), and Vision Plans • Access to HSA with Employer Contribution • Paid Referral Program • Access to FSA - Health & Dependent Care • Access to Short Term Disability • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off & Holidays • Paid Parental Leave Program • Volunteer Time Off • Student Loan Benefit Program CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Auburn, NY, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeship programs, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These programs typically span two to four years, requiring extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with a 5.9% increase from 2022. In Auburn, NY, the average weekly wage for solar professionals is approximately $1,120, with experienced workers often earning over $1,600 weekly. Training programs and partnerships with local trade schools and unions provide aspiring solar professionals with the necessary skills and opportunities to enter a field with strong earning potential and significant growth opportunities.
