EDP Renewables is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. What you will doRole Overview: The Solar Site Lead Technician will be responsible for the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of solar field equipment at EDPR NA’s operating solar-energy generation site. You will also perform Lock out Tag out (LOTO), Tail Board meetings, and job-specific documentation that is required to conduct solar maintenance in the safest manner possible. Additionally, you will perform inspections of equipment, tools, and facility for compliance with EDPR’s policy and Governmental Safety and Environmental regulations. It is necessary for this person to be a self-motivator who can lead a team to conduct small corrective repairs and execute EDPR’s solar maintenance strategy. Main responsibilities: -Ensure proper operation and maintenance of solar field equipment and associated solar plant components including inverters, tracker systems, transformers, PV panels, substations, switchgears, access roads, fences, and security systems -Supervise a team of 1 to 4 technicians to execute preventative and corrective maintenance -Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job-appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels to implement improvements using the Management of Change Protocols -Read schematics in order to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical, problems with inverters, tracker control systems, PV panels, and components -Perform mechanical and electrical component repair and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions in accordance with all pertinent manufacturers' requirements -Effectively gather information regarding solar performance/issues -Diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues -Seek assistance when encountering issues outside the trained skill level to ensure success in the resolution -Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs -Act as a safety role model by encouraging and recognizing others completing safe acts and intervening when unsafe acts are being practiced -Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the environment -Implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management -Promote integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis -Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals -Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements -Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary -Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP -Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the solar field, substation, site office, and home office -Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting -Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures (SAP) -Adhere to effective internal controls -Supervise contractors onsite to ensure compliance with all EDPR’s policies and procedures -Additional duties as required Employment typeWork site Blytheville, AR What are we looking forMinimum Requirements: • High School Diploma or GED required.? • 1+ years of college or technical school education, or an equivalent combination of training and experience • 2 – 5 years relevant experience in solar energy or a related industry, Renewable energy experience is a plus. • Experience with power plant operations and maintenance, solar plant operations (including power converters specifically), high voltage switching, and post-operational repair and maintenance of solar field components preferred • Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US as needed Travel: Minimal, as needed Behavioral Requirements: • Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions • Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists • Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed due to on-call scheduling • Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed? Physical demands & working conditions: • Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:?Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on solar farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment • Walking:??Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on solar farm sites • Speech/Reading:??Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled form • Lifting:?Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds • Climbing:?? • Weight must be between 125 lbs. and 275 lbs., excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks, to be in accordance with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards. • Vision/Hearing:?Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form • Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions:?Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on solar farm sites • Safety:?Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary Equal opportunities for all Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group. Need more reasons to apply? As a top employer we: Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making; Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits; Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility; Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent: Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle Discover our tips to enhance your performance during the recruitment process and apply until October 8th, 2025, if you think you are the right fit for this opportunity. Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Company Overview Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation’s top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work. POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT Moss' Solar Project Engineers work in concert with the Project Manager and project team to drive and coordinate the various processes of building utility scale solar projects. They assist Project Managers with the planning and daily execution of the construction project. They are responsible for tracking all submittals and delivery of materials and the coordination of the contract documents to avoid potential conflict. Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities • Participates in pre-construction activities by engaging in the following: establishes document control procedures, performs quantity takeoffs, conducts site investigation, participates in value engineering, participates in constructability review, initiates Prolog setup, monitors pre-construction schedules, assists with subcontractor & vendor solicitation, assists with development of QC plan, assists with scope of work and bid package development, documents pre-construction meetings, initiates permit process, assists with budget presentations, coordinates construction of mock ups, and reviews condo risk mitigation • Coordinates project start-up by engaging in the following: reviews owner contract, assists with development of startup checklist and site utilization plan, coordinates mobilization, assists with subcontractor & vendor selection, identifies critical issues & milestones, finalizes Prolog set up, participates in development of construction schedule, and participates in subcontractor project orientation • Expedites materials by engaging in the following: develops submittal log, establishes fabrication & delivery schedule, confirms delivery of materials, conducts submittal/SD review process, reviews coordination drawings, monitors materials stored off site, coordinates owner furnished materials, and verifies fabrication status • Coordinates construction activities by engaging in the following: strategizes with Superintendent, conducts subcontractor pre-construction meetings, maintains activity tracking logs, participates in schedule updates, conducts quality control inspections, verifies field installations, ensures compliance with safety procedures and policies, coordinates storage of delivered materials, participates in daily superintendent meetings, participates in jobsite meetings, maintains material expediting log, participates in project team visits, coordinates activities with user groups, and assists with agency inspections • Facilitates project administration by engaging in the following: expedites subcontractor and vendor agreements, assists with subcontractor and vendor insurance and bond agreements, prepares meeting agendas and minutes, assists with managing check-hold list, maintains jobsite files, processes progress photos, assists with preparation of project status reports, coordinates activities with project staff, maintains Prolog, generates correspondence, administers RFI process, and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures • Tracks project costs by engaging in the following; processes subcontractor and vendor pay requests, assists with tracking owner payments, tracks subcontractor back charges, and updates labor cost reports • Manages change order process by engaging in the following: creates change requests, reviews scope changes, determines schedule impacts, issues owner notification, expedites subcontractor and vendor pricing, prepares cost proposal, and negotiates proposal costs • Manages project closeout by engaging in the following: prepares closeout log, participates in punch list process, coordinates and documents owner training, commissions building systems, prepares O & M manuals and warranties, compile As-Built Drawings, coordinates transfer of attic stock, complete subcontractor and vendor closeout, and demobilizes site • Participates in personal career development by engaging in the following: participates in professional organizations, participates in training programs, maintains certifications and licenses, participates in mentoring programs, participates in seminars and conferences, participates in continuing education programs, participates in performance evaluation process, and monitors action plan • Promotes company by engaging in the following: participates in community organizations, participates in Task Teams, participates in college recruiting, participates in company activities, participates in industry related organizations, participates in client presentations, participates in recognition programs, participates in training program development, supports mentoring programs, participates in general recruiting, practices core values and celebrates successes • Perform other duties as assigned Education And Work Experience • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline • 6 months to one-year internship experience as a project engineer or assistant project engineer in the construction industry • Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications • Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members. • Basic finance skills are required JOB TITLE: SOLAR PROJECT ENGINEER JOB LOCATION: TEXAS, NEW MEXICO, ARKANSAS, ARIZONA, COLORADO, FLORIDA, GEORGIA - MULTI-STATE, REQUIRES HIGH TRAVEL CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME – EXEMPT – SALARIED REPORTS TO: SOLAR PROJECT MANAGER Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
See More Details >>Company Overview Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation’s top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work. POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT Moss' Solar Project Managers are the primary on-site administrative leaders who work in concert with Owners, Architects and Subcontractors to ensure that all work complies with Solar project requirements to include quality, schedule, and budget. They work in conjunction with their staff to oversee day-to-day contract administration to include subcontract negotiations, review and processing of change requests, processing of monthly monetary draws, final review of shop drawings and weekly jobsite coordination meetings. PM's enforce implementation of contractor and subcontractor safety programs. They develop, monitor and update project schedules as well as review project costs to ensure overall compliance with approved budgets. Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities • Manages preconstruction services by reviewing Owner's expectations/criteria, manages entire preconstruction process through to GMP or Lump Sum contract • Negotiates owner contract, coordinates with design team and owner, establishes programs to comply with MBE requirements, and reviews design documents • Identifies key subcontractors, promotes/participates in partnering sessions, investigates site, identifies long-lead items • Develops bid packages, schedules, and creates site utilization plan. Additionally, conducts pre-bid conferences, identifies project staffing requirements, and provides value engineering ideas • Manages project financials by development of a GMP or Lump Sum contract and maintains continuous knowledge of jobsite expenditures • Analyzes financial ability of subcontractors to perform, prepares revenue projections and manages cash flow • Develops and maintains financial reports, and sets up project schedule of values, prepares and processes monthly owners requisitions • Manages change order process, assists in loss-control management, administers owner purchase program and enforces company bonding and insurance policies • Studies owner contract and develops scopes of work, reviews budgets and scopes with estimating, develops purchasing schedule, obtains insurance and bonds and mobilizes on to site • Prepares and distributes detailed project schedules, prepares resource loaded schedules, develops look ahead schedules • Recruits’ jobsite staff, enforces company policy, provides professional development of staff, conducts evaluations, and promotes employee morale • Administers document control RFI process, prepares monthly reports, implements, and reports MBE program, develops, and implements crisis management plan, maintains project management computer system (CMiC), obtains home office approvals for waivers of policy • Manages field operations, conducts trade preconstruction meetings, coordinates subs, vendors and permit inspections and maintains sub relationships • Implements safety and QC program, manages daily clean up and rental equipment, performs daily jobsite walks • Promotes client relations and interacts regularly with owner. Participates in client-promoted activities and complies with client needs • Manages project closeout and post construction services, obtains, and delivers warranties and transfer Attic Stock, demobilizes field operations, collects final payments, and deposits and closes out subcontracts • Participates in company-sponsored events, task team committees, industry-related organizations, and college/general recruiting activities • Partakes in training programs, continuing education, seminars, and conferences • Perform other duties as assigned Education And Work Experience • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related discipline • Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Project Manager within the Solar/EPC construction industry • Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications • Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members • Strong leadership skills are required including, but not limited to coaching, mentoring and the ability to build and maintain motivated teams • Highly developed project management finance skills are required JOB TITLE: SOLAR PROJECT MANAGER JOB LOCATION: TEXAS, NEW MEXICO, ARKANSAS, ARIZONA, COLORADO, GEORGIA, FLORIDA - MULTI-STATE REQUIRES HIGH TRAVEL CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME – EXEMPT – SALARIED REPORTS TO: PROJECT EXECUTIVE Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Blytheville, AR, typically begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical knowledge. These programs, which can last from several months to a few years, provide comprehensive 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, and while specific data for Blytheville is not available, the industry is experiencing significant growth with a 5.9% increase from 2022. Solar apprentices in Blytheville can earn an average wage of $498 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $996 per week. Training opportunities are available through local trade schools, industry associations, and online platforms, leading to a promising career with strong earning potential in the rapidly expanding solar sector.
