Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Safety First! Uphold a culture of safety by ensuring strict adherence to OSHA, NFPA, state and local codes, and Strata Solar Services safety protocols. Technicians must undergo comprehensive training and demonstrate full comprehension before commencing any on-site activities. • Develop a profound understanding of electrical theory to interpret design drawings and promptly identify and escalate any electrical safety hazards. • Execute both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks, focusing on enhancing plant performance and operational efficiency. • Work on and around energized electrical parts. Handle energized electrical components in accordance with established electrical codes and company policies, following rigorous training sessions. • Utilize a range of tools including multimeters, low resistance Ohmmeters, PV Analyzers, IR thermometers, IR cameras, and hand-held irradiance meters for electrical maintenance duties. • Conduct pre-job safety briefings and ensure compliance with all safety procedures before commencing work. • Attend training sessions at local and remote facilities to enhance skills and knowledge. • Travel to remote sites within the operating fleet to provide assistance and ensure successful project completion. • Implement Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to maintain compliance with electrical isolation protocols. • Troubleshoot and diagnose common Direct Current (DC) faults within the PV plant. • Complete and submit all assigned inspection and testing data promptly and accurately. • Document all completed work using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and other organizational platforms. • Extract data files, troubleshoot communication issues, and operate monitoring software using PCs or tablets. Provision replacement devices and share photos via service tickets. • Conduct basic networking, such as changing IP addresses on laptop to connect with equipment. • Other duties as assigned. Environmental Responsibilities: • Will participate in the environmental compliance program, maintain administrative records of regulated hazardous and non-hazardous waste, conduct routine inspections, and support emergency response operations. • Assists maintaining compliance with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: • High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent. • Minimum three (3) years of experience working with energized AC or DC systems, or other relevant experience preferred. • Ability to demonstrate basic working knowledge of electrical theory & PV power generating system fundamentals. • Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics. • Aptitude for learning and understanding operation of various testing equipment, tools and procedures utilized in the maintenance of PV power generation systems. • Ability to collaborate and coordinate well with peer Technicians and other personnel, vendors, and subcontractors. • Proficiency with MS Office applications to include but not limited to MS Word and Excel, as well as an ability to learn new computer programs without difficulty. • Ability to operate in a professional workmanlike manner consistent with the organization’s policies, procedures, and vision. • Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Physical Requirements/Work Environment: • Must be able to work in an outdoor environment for extended periods of time. • Must have the ability to travel for extended duration to remote project sites. • Must be able to sit, stand or walk for the entire duration of a shift. • Must be able to stoop, kneel or bend. • Must be able to lift, push or pull 50 lbs. overhead repeatedly. • 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction and ability to distinguish colors. • Ability to wear full complement of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required. • Must have the ability work on-call, during off-shift hours, and weekends. #LI-SS1 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 >>Your Job DEPCOM Power is looking to hire a Site Technician to support our Solar site(s) located in various locations throughout the U.S. This role will require the Technician to report to the site daily to perform inspections and maintenance of the equipment on the solar field. Current Locations: Ft. Stockton, TX , El Paso, TX, Richmond, VA, Willard, NC, Bowman, SC, Orangeburg, SC, Damon, TX, Milford, UT, Albany, NY, Fayetteville, NC Our Team DEPCOM Power designs, builds, and operates large-scale solar and battery energy storage plants. They are part of Koch Engineered Solutions and have a project portfolio of over $4 billion. The company is looking for professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to join their growth journey. What You Will Do • Perform routine inspections of the site equipment to include inverters, transformers, modules, trackers, weather stations and soil monitoring solutions • Maintain records and documentation of site activities, visitors, substation work, battery logs, and generator operation • Coordinate with component manufacturers for troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance • Perform daily field sweeps to verify tracker systems are functioning properly and replace faulty components • Ensure site safety for all personnel and equipment • Perform testing and troubleshooting for electrical and mechanical systems • Inverter inspections and cleaning, filter, and fuse replacement, basic troubleshooting and repair • Perform scheduled array inspections of the home runs, modules and tracker system Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) • Electrical knowledge gained through working experience, military or post high school education What Will Put You Ahead • 1+ years of experience with PV systems or related power generation equipment • Knowledge of DC systems, wiring and applications • Experience using Maintenance Tracking Computer Programs For this role, we anticipate paying $25 - $37 an hour. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here . Who We Are As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, DEPCOM Power is a leading energy solutions partner for the utility solar and broader energy industries, providing project development support, engineering, procurement and construction, energy storage, repowering and operations and maintenance services. Our highly skilled team of conventional and renewable power industry experts work to deliver the lowest cost of energy and the highest rate of return. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ). #LI-DM1
See More Details >>Entering the solar industry in Lumberton, NC, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, which blend practical skills with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain experience while earning. These programs typically span two to four years, involving 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 an anticipated 6% growth from 2022 to 2032. In Lumberton, apprentices can expect to earn an average of $531 per week, with experienced solar professionals often surpassing $100,000 annually. Training opportunities are available through community colleges, vocational schools, and industry-specific programs, providing a pathway to a stable and rewarding career in the rapidly expanding solar sector.
