Entering the solar trade in Hereford, TX, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, which blend practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Apprenticeships typically last about two to three years, requiring extensive training under experienced solar professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide, with a significant presence in Texas, and projects a 10% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Hereford earn an average of $808 per week, with experienced solar professionals often exceeding $48,000 annually. Vocational training programs, industry associations, and local initiatives help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
Scope of Position: About Us: EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids. Benefits & Perks: EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following: • Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program. • Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. • Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables provides a generous matching contribution. We are also proud to offer: • Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service. • Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities. • Supportive mentorship & buddy programs. Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future. Salary range: The full pay range for this role is $22.16 to $46.82 per hour. The target range for this position is $25.00 to $37.00 per hour. We generally base our salary decisions on factors such as internal equity, candidate work and/leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location. Summary: This position, under specific direction from the site manager or his/her designee, performs unsupervised field maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on one or more types of renewable energy generators. The scope includes full system installation, commissioning, maintenance, system performance evaluation and troubleshooting of power and energy systems. The Technician 3 may lead teams on routine tasks. The Technician 3 is expected to have knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in a renewable energy asset. Technician 3 demonstrates proficiency in using advanced diagnostic tools, understanding of system software, and familiarity with the latest industry standards. Each Renewable Energy Technician will attend mandatory five (5) week training and certification course at the start of their employment. The exact duration will be determined based on experience and qualifications. The training is in Albert Lea, MN, and travel, accommodation, and expenses will be provided. This position is onsite in Hereford, Texas. Responsibilities: • Performs unsupervised corrective and preventative maintenance on utility-scale renewable energy assets, plants and energy storage systems in a timely matter including: • Routine Testing and troubleshooting electrical systems and performing live electrical work in accordance with industry standard and company mandated safety practices, • Inspection and preventative maintenance on HV systems including substation collection and distribution systems, NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) inspections and required maintenances. • Recommission renewable energy assets, PV (Photovoltaics) and energy storage systems including, but not limited to; insulation testing, insolation, and irradiance performance testing, IV curve testing, thermal / infrared imagery, torque testing, battery capacity and efficiency testing, and asset and project performance evaluations, • Working with engineering teams and subject matter experts to support a continuous improvement environment – upgrades, retrofits, and revisions to PV and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) systems. • Train and oversee technician 1 and 2 as outlined in the applicable qualification card and sign off on their competency. • Conduct site safety assessments, team engagement visits and equipment inspections, identify all safety hazards on the job site, follow safety regulations and work procedures, lead daily safety meetings, and accurately fill out required safety documentation, as well as seeking guidance from a competent source / subject matter expert for all work which they are unfamiliar with or do not feel safe performing. • Accurately complete daily maintenance logs, warranty and inventory management documentation, service orders, timecards, service reports, and any other required administrative work for the specific project / job / assignment. Participates in 24/7 on-call rotation, monitoring systems and other components of large PV power plants and energy storage systems, and to identify system performance errors and resets as needed on faulted equipment. • Other duties as assigned. Supervision of Others: Technician 3 Renewable Energy Technician may oversee, and train lower-level technicians Renewable Energy Technicians as outlined in the applicable qualification cards covering corrective and preventative maintenances. This position may, under certain situations, supervise site crew and any contractors to support the site(s). Fiscal Responsibilities: Support site budget by ensuring cost is within budget and maintenance and repairs are made in a timely manner by finding efficiencies and working with appropriate subject matter experts to decrease operating loss factor (OLF) and striving for continuous improvement. Working Conditions: 100% of time is spent working in the renewable asset field. There is also marginal time spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. This position requires working on platforms or skids, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, and the repetitive use of legs, arms, hands, and fingers. The employee will work eight (8) hours a day, forty (40) hours a week, and overtime and night shifts as required. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to: • Extreme weather conditions, including cold, heat, rain, wind, etc. • High voltage and stored energy. • Moving mechanical parts and vibration. • Confined spaces. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Qualifications: • High school Diploma or equivalent required. • 2+ years of renewable energy experience (Wind, Solar, and/or Battery Energy Storage System) • Successful completion of the Technician 2 Standard, or equivalent external experience is required. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: • Must possess a valid current driver’s license and successfully meet organizational requirements to operate motor vehicles. • Ability to understand, read, write, and speak clearly in English. • Successful completion of the Senior Renewable Energy Technician Qualification Standard. • Working knowledge of the National Electric Code and industry related OSHA regulations. • Ability to work independently and within a team. • Ability to work in company provided: software as a service (SaaS), data acquisition systems (DAS), and computer maintenance management systems (CMMS). These include Microsoft Suite (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), ECRM, and OEM SCADA systems. • Demonstrate competency in SAP for following: • Resource Planning • Project Management • Resource allocation and budgeting • Proficiency in using advanced diagnostic tools, understanding of system software, and familiarity with the latest industry standards. • Ability to communicate clearly and instruct and train less experienced technicians on how to complete corrective and preventative maintenances for the Renewable Energy Assets they jointly maintain. • Filling out and understanding safety documentation, service/work orders, control instructions for maintenances, inspection forms, parts sheets, and other job-related forms. • Be able to read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics, drawings, technical data, and construction documents. • Competence in the theory of Renewable Energy systems and all sub-components and knowledge of the generation theory of each system. • Knowledge in electrical safety and arc flash standards and requirements. • Experience in a technical role, participation in team projects, and informal leadership experiences. • Ability to mentor junior staff. • Must have a working knowledge of industry best practices, NEC requirements, and diagnosis of renewable energy asset generator and energy storage systems. Understanding the theory of operation, documentation and schematics, mechanical and electrical controls and voltages, system hazards and mitigation controls, and DAS navigation and fault identification on these systems and sub-components. • Knowledge of EDF Renewable Energy policies and procedures and understand how to find and use all necessary documents and find the appropriate company contacts to perform work-related duties. • Must be familiar with testing and measuring equipment including multimeters, ammeters, inclinometers, pyranometers, albedometers, megohmmeters, IV curve tracers, and infrared cameras, at least. • The knowledge and use of testing equipment including, but not limited to, infrared camera, IV curve tracer, multimeter, ammeters, inclinometers, megohmmeter, pyranometers, and albedometers. • Ability to train other technicians in preventative and corrective maintenance procedures on renewable energy assets and sub-components. • Must have demonstrated safe work habits. Physical Requirements: • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to: • Be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and be able to reach with hands and arms. • Possess good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for working with small parts and tools. • Possess good vision and hearing to frequently detect potential hazards and communicate effectively with team members. • Be able to stand, crouch, walk, and work for extended periods of time. • Be able to operate company vehicles (field trucks) on site and on public roads and highways. • Regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Be able to work in an electrical-mechanical environment. • Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and structures to heights more than 91 meters (300 feet). • Able to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers, entering nacelles and hubs at extreme heights. • Be comfortable with working in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain. • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces. Special Conditions of Employment: Physical Weight Limit Restriction Due to weight restrictions associated with life-saving fall-arrest equipment employees are required to wear while working at heights, maximum employee weight must not exceed 285 lbs. Employee weight subject to review at anytime throughout the duration of employment and required annually at a minimum.
See More Details >>At PEARCE, we've got a career for you. Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation and energy storage assets. Your Impact: Pearce is seeking a Local Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician I, with a commitment to excellence, strong desire to succeed and learn new skills utilizing established procedures, with the highest regard for health, safety, and environmental compliance. As a Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician I, you will carry out daily tasks such as cleaning, organizing, minor service, and/or repairs to wind turbine generators and related equipment and facilities. This position is 75% local and 25% travel. Must live within 90 miles of Hereford, TX. Core Responsibilities • Conduct maintenance of equipment (fueling, lubrication, etc.) • Operate a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee handbook and insurance requirements. • Complete and maintain required company and client documentation and records, using computer-based service reporting tools and procedures. • Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work area including sweeping, mopping, wiping oil, grease, solvent spills. • Perform other daily work requirements as directed by supervisor with general supervision. • Requires GWO Certification, either existing or available through Pearce Training Program. Core Experience • Less than two years of experience in wind maintenance. • Graduate from Accredited Trade School or relevant mechanical or electrical experience. • GWO Certified (preferred) • Work within confined space areas, such as inside a wind turbine nacelle. • Work meets customer and company standards required of position and job, including following project schedules. Physical/Work Environment At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA/DOT Standards. • Ability and willingness to climb a wind turbine vertically at least 300 feet. • Maintain a weight between 120 and 280 pounds, including clothing and boots, for OSHA safety compliance. • Lift and move equipment as needed (more than 50 pounds). • Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grasses. Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO, Paid Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance. Also provided are a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment. At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings. Learn more about our corporate and telecom division at www.Pearce-Services.com and our renewables division at www.Pearce-Renewables.com. Behaviors Preferred • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred • Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility • Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>At Pearce, we're seeking a skilled Local Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician III. As part of our team, you'll be responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of our nation's wireless and wireline telecom, commercial, and utility-scale solar and wind projects. About the Role: • Conduct routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs to wind turbine generators and related equipment. • Operate company vehicles safely and legally. • Perform Lock Out Tag Out procedures to maintain a safe working environment. • Complete and maintain required documentation and records using computer-based service reporting tools. This role requires GWO Certification, either existing or available through Pearce Training Program. Core experience includes 3 years of wind maintenance with GWO certification preferred. You'll work in confined spaces, meet customer and company standards, and adhere to OSHA/DOT Standards. What We Offer: • A family-friendly culture with opportunities for growth and development. • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. • Pearce offers a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet, and all necessary tools and safety equipment. • A dynamic space for professionals to excel and make a meaningful impact within our nationwide presence.
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