Geronimo Power (formerly National Grid Renewables) develops, owns and operates large-scale power assets throughout America's Heartland, including solar, wind and energy storage. As a farmer-founded and community-focused business, Geronimo Power equips landowners and rural communities with sustainable revenue to ignite local economic growth. Geronimo Power is a portfolio company managed by Brookfield Asset Management. To learn more about Geronimo Power, visit or follow the company on LinkedIn. Position Description Geronimo Power is seeking a Lead Technician to join our team. The Lead Technician provides the onsite day to day direction for the safe and reliable operation of the 117MW Sycamore Creek Solar plant in Crawford County, Ohio. The Lead Technician will perform maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment on solar generation plant, and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Area Manager with a focus on which focus on safety, reliability and fiscal responsibility. The Lead Technician will report to the Area Manager. Responsibilities • Ensure the solar plant provides maximum availability/reliability in a safe, economical, and proactive manner by providing direction and supervision to operations personnel. • Ensure strict management and compliance of all company and project environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs. • Participate in and promote job/work package safety analysis, job site safety observations, audits, safety meetings, safety training, and injury/event assessment. • Manage day to day activities of the site completing all scheduled preventative work in a timely manner and performing corrective maintenance. • Tracking all activities at site and ensure documentation is filed as needed, specifically withing the company's computerized maintenance management system. • Ensure execution of work schedule by planning day to day activities and coordinating outages. • Assist with performing QA/QC of the project while still in the construction phase and ensure successful transition from construction to operations. • Assist in the set up site for proper tooling, inventory, spare parts, and other equipment necessary to perform efficiently and effectively. • Assist the Area Manager to administer warranties. Submit and track warranty claims. Track all on loan parts and reconcile with appropriate parties • Participate in root cause analysis • Operate and maintain equipment, including HV equipment, combiner systems, Inverters, pad mount transformers, panel, etc. • Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical control systems and components. • Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements. Includes PV panels, inverter components, string inverters, met tower equipment, tracker components, or other. • Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance manuals. • Adhere to effective internal controls. • Assist in Inventory control and ensure all WO's are completed daily with accuracy • Assist in performing cycle counts of inventory • Set up sites for proper tooling, inventory, spare parts, and other equipment necessary to perform efficiently and effectively. • Assist the Area Manager to administer warranties. Submit and track warranty claims. Track all on loan parts and reconcile with appropriate parties • Assist with capital improvement programs and retrofits. • Assist with vegetation management as needed and determined by the Area Manager. • Occasional travel to other plants (local and further away) to support maintenance, troubleshooting, retrofits support other campaigns or for training. • Other duties as assigned Qualifications • Four-year college degree or technical school certificate; or 3 years of related experience or power industry training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. • At least 3 years' experience in electrical facility operations and maintenance, experience within the renewable industry and specifically solar is preferred • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. • Computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools. • Self-directed, motivated, goal oriented, and mission driven with a positive attitude. • Valid Driver's License & ability to work in adverse weather conditions and travel between site locations. Additional travel may be required on occasion. • Ability to work around low and medium voltage. • Proficient interpreting electrical schematics and prints. • Must live withing 60 miles or a 60 minute drive of the primary plant location. • Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice Preference may be given to candidates with the following: • Experience in solar plant or other power plant operations. • Experience managing people • Master or Journeyman electrical license certified. • Experience in high voltage maintenance and switching & ability to run test equipment for troubleshooting. • Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). • Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice to maintain plant operations. • Willingness to travel basis or as determined by the Area Manager for repairs and maintenance of equipment. Pay Range for the posted level: Minimum of $42.00 – 50.00 per hour. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits.
See More Details >>Lead Solar Maintenance Specialist A challenging opportunity exists for a highly skilled Lead Solar Maintenance Specialist to provide on-site direction for the safe and reliable operation of our solar plant. The selected candidate will lead maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment while ensuring strict management of company EHS programs. Responsibilities: • Ensure Maximum Availability/Reliability: Provide day-to-day direction and supervision to operations personnel to ensure the solar plant operates safely, economically, and proactively. • Compliance with EHS Programs: Ensure strict management and compliance of all company and project environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs. • Safety Analysis and Training: Participate in and promote job/work package safety analysis, job site safety observations, audits, safety meetings, safety training, and injury/event assessment. • Site Activities Management: Manage day-to-day activities at the site, completing all scheduled preventative work in a timely manner and performing corrective maintenance. • Documentation and Reporting: Track all activities at the site and ensure documentation is filed as needed, specifically within the company's computerized maintenance management system. • Work Schedule Execution: Ensure execution of work schedules by planning day-to-day activities and coordinating outages. • Quality Assurance/Control: Assist with performing QA/QC of the project while still in the construction phase and ensure successful transition from construction to operations. • Tooling and Inventory Management: Assist in setting up sites for proper tooling, inventory, spare parts, and other equipment necessary to perform efficiently and effectively. • Warranty Administration: Assist the Area Manager to administer warranties, submit and track warranty claims, track all on-loan parts, and reconcile with appropriate parties. • Root Cause Analysis: Participate in root cause analysis. • Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operate and maintain equipment, including HV equipment, combiner systems, Inverters, pad mount transformers, panel, etc. • Troubleshooting: Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical control systems and components. • Maintenance and Repair: Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements. • Preventive Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with equipment maintenance manuals. • Internal Controls: Adhere to effective internal controls. • Inventory Control: Assist in inventory control and ensure all WO's are completed daily with accuracy. • Cycle Counts: Assist in performing cycle counts of inventory. • Capital Improvement Programs: Assist with capital improvement programs and retrofits. • Vegetation Management: Assist with vegetation management as needed and determined by the Area Manager. • Travel: Occasional travel to other plants (local and further away) to support maintenance, troubleshooting, retrofits, support other campaigns, or for training. Qualifications: • Educational Background: Four-year college degree or technical school certificate; or 3 years of related experience or power industry training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience: At least 3 years' experience in electrical facility operations and maintenance, experience within the renewable industry and specifically solar is preferred. • Communication Skills: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. • Computer Skills: Computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management, and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools. • Self-Motivation and Teamwork: Self-directed, motivated, goal-oriented, and mission-driven with a positive attitude. • Valid Driver's License: Valid driver's license and ability to work in adverse weather conditions and travel between site locations. • Ability to Work with Low and Medium Voltage: Ability to work around low and medium voltage. • Proficient in Interpreting Electrical Schematics: Proficient interpreting electrical schematics and prints. • Residency Requirements: Must live within 60 miles or a 60-minute drive of the primary plant location. • Overtime and Travel: Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in Solar Plant Operations: Experience in solar plant or other power plant operations. • Leadership Experience: Experience managing people. • Master or Journeyman Electrical License: Master or journeyman electrical license certified. • High Voltage Maintenance and Switching: Experience in high voltage maintenance and switching & ability to run test equipment for troubleshooting. • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems: Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Compensation: The hourly wage range for this position is $42-$50 per hour. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and disability benefits.
See More Details >>The Lead Solar Technician position at our facility is a critical role that requires exceptional leadership and technical skills. We are seeking a highly experienced professional to lead our solar plant operations, ensuring maximum availability and reliability in a safe and proactive manner. This position involves providing direction and supervision to operations personnel, ensuring strict management and compliance of all company and project environmental, health, and safety programs. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day activities, tracking all site activities, and ensuring documentation is filed as needed. A successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical facility operations and maintenance, with experience in the renewable industry and specifically solar. This role offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and disability benefits.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Meadville, PA, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five 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% growth rate from 2022. In Meadville, PA, solar trade professionals can expect to earn an average weekly wage of $807.5, with experienced workers potentially earning over $108,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals in Meadville find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
